A client is brought to the emergency department via rescue squad in acute adrenal crisis.Which action by the nurse is the priority?

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All actions are appropriate for the client with adrenal crisis.However,therapy is given IV,so the priority is to establish IV access.Solu-Cortef is the drug of choice.Blood glucose is monitored hourly and treatment is provided as needed.Insulin and dextrose are used to treat any hyperkalemia.

A Client Is Brought to the Emergency Department Via Rescue