Which of the Following Are Likely Present in a Patient

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are likely present in a patient immobilized for a long period of time?

• A) Hypocalcemia and low serum parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels
• B) Hypocalcemia and high serum PTH levels
• C) Hypercalcemia and low serum PTH levels
• D) Hypercalcemia and high serum PTH levels

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