It is 0800 and the nurse just received report. Which patient situation demands the nurse's immediate attention? The patient
A) with a blood glucose of 200.
B) who needs a 0800 vancomycin level drawn.
C) receiving a blood transfusion who reports slight itching and chills.
D) with a serum potassium level of 4.3 mEq/dL who is receiving digoxin.

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Slight itching and chills during a blood transfusion may indicate an allergic reaction and require immediate attention. A blood glucose of 200 and the need for a vancomycin level will eventually need attention. A potassium level of 4.3 mEq/dL is within normal range.

It Is 0800 and the Nurse Just Received Report