A newborn admitted with pyloric stenosis is lethargic and has poor skin turgor. The primary care provider has prescribed IV fluids of dextrose water with sodium and potassium. The baby's admission potassium level is 3.4 mEq/L (3.4 mmol/L). The nurse should:
1. Notify the primary care provider.
2. Administer the prescribed fluids.
3. Verify that the infant has urinated.
4. Have the potassium level redrawn.
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