As the nurse is preparing to administer doxorubicin (Adriamycin) to a client in the outpatient cancer clinic, approximately 30 mL of the fluid leaks onto the counter. The most appropriate nursing action is:
1. Wipe up the spill with a paper towel and then cleanse the surface with alcohol
2. Call the pharmacy and have a technician come to the floor to clean up the spill
3. Locate the chemotherapy spill kit on the client unit and follow the instructions for clean up
4. Request the client care assistant wipe up the spill and prepare to administer the medication
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