The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Primary Hyperparathyroidism

question 29

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client with primary hyperparathyroidism who has a serum calcium level of 3.5 mmol/L and a phosphorus of 0.55 mmol/L. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

• A)Institute routine seizure precautions.
• B)Monitor for positive Chvostek's sign.
• C)Encourage the client to remain on bed rest.
• D)Encourage 3 000-4 000 mL of oral fluids daily.

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