A 63-Year-Old Patient with Primary Hyperparathyroidism Has a Serum Phosphorus

question 41

Multiple Choice

A 63-year-old patient with primary hyperparathyroidism has a serum phosphorus level of 1.7 mg/dL (0.55 mmol/L) and calcium of 14 mg/dL (3.5 mmol/L) .Which nursing action should be included in the plan of care?

• A) Restrict the patient to bed rest.
• B) Encourage 4000 mL of fluids daily.
• C) Institute routine seizure precautions.
• D) Assess for positive Chvostek's sign.

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Definitions:

IAS 41

An international accounting standard that relates to agriculture, covering the accounting for agricultural activity and the management of living plants and animals.

Agricultural Produce

The harvested product of the entity’s biological assets.

Biological Assets

Living plants or animals that are used in agricultural production or held for sale, breeding, or other purposes, which can provide economic benefits to their owners.