If a patient being treated for hypoparathyroidism stopped taking the medications prescribed for his condition, which of the following would be most likely to occur?
A) Hypercalcemia
B) Hyperkalemia
C) Hypocalcemia
D) Hypokalemia

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Hypoparathyroidism is a condition where the parathyroid gland does not produce enough parathyroid hormone, which regulates calcium and phosphorus levels in the body. Medications for hypoparathyroidism typically include calcium and vitamin D supplements to help maintain proper levels of calcium in the blood. If a patient stops taking these medications, they are at risk for developing hypocalcemia (low blood calcium levels), which can cause muscle cramps, twitching, seizures, and even cardiac arrest. Hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels) would be an unlikely consequence of stopping treatment for hypoparathyroidism. Hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels) and hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels) are not directly related to hypoparathyroidism or its treatment.

If a Patient Being Treated for Hypoparathyroidism Stopped Taking the Medications