A Patient Identified with Elevated Calcium Levels on a Routine

question 135

Multiple Choice

A patient identified with elevated calcium levels on a routine health visit has an intact parathyroid hormone (PTH) level of 145 pg/mL.When planning care, a nurse should initially plan to:

• A)Assess for tetany.
• B)Ensure adequate hydration.
• C)Monitor for heart failure.
• D)Prevent pathological fracture.

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