A patient with a history of chronic kidney disease presents with marked lethargy and weakness. Vital signs reveal bradycardia and hypotension. Lab results show a serum potassium level of 7.0 mEq/L. Which intervention should the emergency nurse prioritize?
Administer intravenous calcium to stabilize cardiac membranes
Give sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate) to decrease potassium levels
Administer regular insulin with dextrose to drive potassium into cells
Provide nebulized albuterol to promote potassium uptake in cells