A Patient Is Suspected of Having Severe Hypocalcemia

question 11

Multiple Choice

A patient is suspected of having severe hypocalcemia.While waiting for the patient's serum electrolyte results,the nurse will assess for which symptoms? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Laryngeal spasms
• B)Fatigue
• C)Muscle weakness
• D)Nausea and vomiting
• E) Numbness of fingers
• F) Twitching of the mouth

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