A 44-Year-Old Patient Is Admitted with Tetany

question 3

Multiple Choice

A 44-year-old patient is admitted with tetany.Which laboratory value should the nurse monitor?

• A) Total protein
• B) Blood glucose
• C) Ionized calcium
• D) Serum phosphate

Comprehend strategies to assess patient understanding and skill in mobility techniques.

Identify risk factors and preventative strategies for common injuries in healthcare settings and daily living.

Understand the impact of stress on health and the importance of stress management.

Identify the safety measures and precautions required to prevent accidents and injuries in both hospital and home settings.

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Definitions:

Indoleacetic Acid

A natural auxin, which is a class of plant hormones important for various aspects of growth and development, including cell enlargement, division, and differentiation.

Auxin

A class of plant hormones that play a key role in coordinating growth and behavioral processes in the plant's life cycle, such as cell elongation.

Brassinosteroids

A class of growth-promoting, steroid hormones in plants, influencing cell elongation, division, and development.

Steroids

A class of lipophilic organic molecules that play diverse roles in the body, including as hormones and components of cell membranes.