Multiple Choice
The nurses assessment of a patient with thyroidectomy suggests tetany and a review of the most recent blood work corroborate this finding. The nurse should prepare to administer what intervention?
A) Oral calcium chloride and vitamin D
B) IV calcium gluconate
C) STAT levothyroxine
D) Administration of parathyroid hormone (PTH)
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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