A Patient Identified with Elevated Calcium Levels on a Routine

Multiple Choice

A patient identified with elevated calcium levels on a routine health visit has an intact parathyroid hormone (PTH) level of 145 pg/mL.When planning care, a nurse should initially plan to:

A) Assess for tetany.
B) Ensure adequate hydration.
C) Monitor for heart failure.
D) Prevent pathological fracture.