A Patient Is Diagnosed with Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

question 25

Multiple Choice

A patient is diagnosed with secondary hyperparathyroidism. Which additional health problem does the nurse assess for in this patient's history?

• A)Diabetes insipidus
• B)Hyperaldosteronism
• C)Chronic renal failure
• D)Parathyroid adenoma

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