A nurse evaluates the following laboratory results for a client who has hypoparathyroidism: Calcium 7.2 mg/dL, Sodium 144 mEq/L, Magnesium 1.2 mEq/L, Potassium 5.7 mEq/L. Based on these results, which medications should the nurse anticipate administering? (Select all that apply.)

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A nurse evaluates the following laboratory results for a client who has hypoparathyroidism: Calcium 7.2 mg/dL, Sodium 144 mEq/L, Magnesium 1.2 mEq/L, Potassium 5.7 mEq/L. Based on these results, which medications should the nurse anticipate administering? (Select all that apply.)

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Hypoparathyroidism causes hypocalcemia (7.2 mg/dL) and hypomagnesemia (1.2 mEq/L); anticipate calcium chloride and magnesium sulfate.

Question 2 of 5

The release of oxytocin is controlled by _____ feedback.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Oxytocin release during labor or nursing is regulated by positive feedback, intensifying the response.

Question 3 of 5

Identify a hormone that increases metabolic rate.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Thyroid hormone (T4 and T3) increases cellular metabolism throughout the body.

Question 4 of 5

Which of the following is NOT true of cortisol?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Cortisol is a glucocorticoid, not a mineralocorticoid; it manages stress and metabolism.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following symptoms of diabetes mellitus is correctly matched to its description?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Glycosuria means excessive glucose in urine, a hallmark of uncontrolled diabetes.

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