A Patient with Primary Hyperparathyroidism Has a Serum Calcium Level

question 12

Multiple Choice

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

• A) Institute routine seizure precautions.
• B) Monitor for positive Chvostek's sign.
• C) Encourage the patient to remain on bed rest.
• D) Encourage 3000 to 4000 mL of oral fluids daily.

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