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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