A Patient Had a Thyroidectomy and Now Reports Tingling Around

question 29

Multiple Choice

A patient had a thyroidectomy and now reports tingling around the mouth and has a positive Chvostek sign. What laboratory finding would be most helpful to the healthcare professional?

• A)TSH and T₄
• B)Serum sodium
• C)Serum calcium
• D)Urine osmolality

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