Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who has hyperparathyroidism.Based on this diagnosis, the nurse should monitor the client for which of the following complications?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Pathologic fractures. This is a complication that the nurse should monitor the client for who has hyperparathyroidism, which can cause hypercalcemia and hypophosphatemia. These imbalances can lead to bone resorption, weakening the bones and increasing fracture risk.