Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
A client with multiple myeloma is admitted with a serum calcium level of 13.2 mg/dL. Which of the following nursing interventions is the priority?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Hypercalcemia (serum calcium >10.5 mg/dL) in multiple myeloma requires urgent I.V. normal saline to promote calcium excretion and prevent renal damage, making it the priority intervention.