A nurse provides teaching to the client diagnosed with a calcium deficiency. Which conditions does the client likely have? Select all that apply.

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Osteoporosis and tetany are both conditions that can be caused by a calcium deficiency. Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become weak and brittle, while tetany is a condition in which the muscles contract involuntarily.

A Nurse Provides Teaching to the Client Diagnosed with a Calcium