A Nurse Preparing to Administer Morning Medications Notes That a Patient

A nurse preparing to administer morning medications notes that a patient with a history of hypertension has been prescribed the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor captopril (Capoten) concurrently with spironolactone (Aldactone) . Morning laboratory results reveal a serum sodium level of 144 mg/dL, a serum potassium level of 5.1 mEq/L, and a blood glucose level of 128 mg/dL. Which intervention is appropriate?

A) Administer the medications as ordered.
B) Ask the patient about the use of salt substitutes.
C) Contact the provider to report the laboratory values.
D) Request an order for furosemide (Lasix) .