A Patient Has a Serum Calcium Level of 7

question 62

Multiple Choice

A patient has a serum calcium level of 7.5 mg/dL.Based on this information, a nurse should assess the patient for clinical signs and symptoms such as:

• A)Emotional lability, short attention span, and tremor
• B)Increased appetite, weight loss, and heat intolerance
• C)Lethargy, tetany, and tingling in the lips or hands
• D)Tachycardia, increased systolic blood pressure, and weakness

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