Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Practice
A nurse is collecting data from a client who has hypocalcemia. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D, tingling of the lips (perioral tingling). This is a common symptom of hypocalcemia due to increased neuromuscular excitability. Choice A, decreased deep-tendon reflexes, is more indicative of hypercalcemia. Choice B, skeletal muscle weakness, is associated with hypokalemia. Choice C, hypoactive bowel sounds, is not a typical finding in hypocalcemia.