ATI PN Custom Fall 2023 Term 2 Exam 3
ATI PN Custom Fall 2023 Term 2 Exam 3 ( 49 Questions)
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Decreased deep-tendon reflexes are not a common symptom of hypocalcemia. Normal calcium levels in the blood range from 8.5 to 10.2 mg/dL1.
Skeletal muscle weakness is a symptom of hypercalcemia, not hypocalcemia.
Hypoactive bowel sounds are associated with hypercalcemia, not hypocalcemia.
Tingling of the lips is a common symptom of hypocalcemia. This occurs due to increased excitability of the nerves.
Choice A rationale:
Decreased deep-tendon reflexes are not a common symptom of hypocalcemia. Normal calcium levels in the blood range from 8.5 to 10.2 mg/dL1.
Choice B rationale:
Skeletal muscle weakness is a symptom of hypercalcemia, not hypocalcemia.
Choice C rationale:
Hypoactive bowel sounds are associated with hypercalcemia, not hypocalcemia.
Choice D rationale:
Tingling of the lips is a common symptom of hypocalcemia. This occurs due to increased excitability of the nerves.