The Nurse Is Assessing the Vital Signs of a Client

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assessing the vital signs of a client experiencing hypoparathyroidism. While monitoring the blood pressure, the nurse notes the client's hand begins to spasm. Which term is appropriate for the nurse to use when documenting this assessment finding?

A) Trousseau sign
B) Chvostek sign
C) Turner sign
D) Cullen sign