The nurse is assessing arterial blood gas (ABG) results for a client who has status asthmaticus. The results are pH, 7.25; PaO2, 58 mm Hg; PaCO2, 70 mm Hg; and HCO3, 26 mEq/L (26 mmol/L). Which of the following actions would be a priority for the nurse to take? 1.Obtain the client’s vital signs. 2.Attach the client to a cardiac rhythm monitor. 3.Obtain supplies for intubation. 4.Attach the client to a pulse oximeter.