Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A nurse reviewing the laboratory of a client who had a total thyroidectomy discovers that his calcium level is 7 mg/dL (9-10.5 mg/dL). Which of the following client findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Hypocalcemia, common post-thyroidectomy, can cause muscle tetany due to increased neuromuscular excitability.