Hypocalcemic Tetany

question 50

Multiple Choice

Hypocalcemic tetany

• A)causes a flaccid paralysis.
• B)resembles neuromuscular blockade by curare.
• C)may be caused by a deficiency of PTH.
• D)is caused by a deficiency of insulin.

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