A 30 Year Old Diagnosed with Graves Disease Is Admitted

question 21

Multiple Choice

A 30 year old diagnosed with Graves disease is admitted to a hospital unit for the surgical removal of the thyroid gland.During the postoperative period, the nurse notes that the patient's serum calcium is low.The nurse should observe the patient for which of the following signs/symptoms?

• A) Muscle weakness and constipation
• B) Laryngeal spasms and hyperreflexia
• C) Abdominal pain and fever
• D) Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting

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