The lab calls the charge nurse and reports a blood glucose reading of 220 mg/dL for a patient on parenteral nutrition via a central line.What action does the charge nurse take first?
A) Notify the provider and request sliding scale insulin.
B) Inform the patient's nurse about the need for an insulin drip.
C) Asks the pharmacy to dilute the glucose concentration.
D) Determine if the nurse drawing the blood follow protocol.
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