A nurse is preparing to administer a blood transfusion to a patient. What action should the nurse take to ensure the safety of the transfusion process?
1) Begin the transfusion without checking the patient's vital signs.
2) Prime the blood tubing with normal saline before connecting it to the patient.
3) Infuse the blood rapidly to minimize the time required for the transfusion.
4) Verify the blood product with another licensed healthcare provider.