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A nurse is reviewing the laboratory report of a client who has hypoparathyroidism. The nurse should expect which of the following values?

A.

Vitamin D 25 ng/mL

B.

Calcium 9.8 mg/dL

C.

Magnesium 1.8 mEq/L

D.

Phosphate 5.7 mg/dL

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Rationale: 

 

A. Vitamin D levels may be normal or low in hypoparathyroidism, but this value is within the expected range. 

 

B. Calcium levels are expected to be low in hypoparathyroidism. A calcium level of 9.8 mg/dL is within the normal range (8.5 to 10.5 mg/dL), which is not consistent with hypoparathyroidism. 

 

C. Magnesium levels are often normal or low in hypoparathyroidism, but this value is within the normal range. 

 

D. Hypoparathyroidism results in hypocalcemia and hyperphosphatemia due to insufficient parathyroid hormone (PTH) secretion. A phosphate level of 5.7 mg/dL is elevated, which is consistent with this condition.


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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Weight gain is common in hypothyroidism due to a slowed metabolism.

B. Diaphoresis is more associated with hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism.

C. Palpitations are a symptom of hyperthyroidism.

D. Protruding eyeballs (exophthalmos) is associated with Graves' disease, a form of hyperthyroidism.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Rationale:

A. Weight gain, rather than weight loss, is associated with hypothyroidism and myxedema.

B. High-fiber foods are encouraged in hypothyroidism to manage constipation, not limited.

C. Clients with myxedema experience cold intolerance and need warmth, making the application of warm blankets an appropriate intervention.

D. While clients may experience fatigue, bedrest is not a primary intervention; maintaining activity as tolerated is encouraged.

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