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Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The nurse is concerned that a patient recovering from a thyroidectomy is developing hypocalcemia. What findings did the nurse use to come to this conclusion? (Select all that apply)
Correct answer
A,C,D
Rationale
Chvostek's sign, Trousseau's sign, and paresthesia (tingling) are indicators of hypocalcemia.