When preparing to administer a blood transfusion, which of the following actions is essential for the nurse to take to ensure client safety?

Administer the blood transfusion through a standard IV line without any filters.

Obtain vital signs one hour after starting the transfusion.

Verify the client's identity and the blood product with another licensed professional.

Initiate the transfusion within 1 hour of obtaining the blood product from the blood bank.