A nurse is caring for a client who is admitted to the hospital with the diagnosis of primary hyperparathyroidism. Which action should be included in this client’s plan of care?
ExplanationA. Fluids help prevent the formation of renal calculi associated with high levels of serum calcium.
B. Additional calcium intake may increase the already high levels of serum calcium.
C. Seizures are associated with low, not high, levels of serum calcium.
D. Bed rest is contraindicated because it accelerates bone destruction.