Carpopedal spasm results from tetany occurring in the hands and feet and can be a sign of what?

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Carpopedal spasm is a sign of hypocalcemia, which is a decreased level of calcium in the blood. Calcium plays an important role in muscle contraction and nerve function, so a deficiency can lead to muscle spasms and tetany. Hypercalcemia (choice B) is an increased level of calcium in the blood and would not cause tetany. Hypophosphatemia (choice C) is a decreased level of phosphorus in the blood, which can also cause muscle weakness and spasms but would not specifically result in the characteristic hand and foot spasms of carpopedal spasm. Hyperphosphatemia (choice D) is an increased level of phosphorus in the blood and would not cause tetany. Hyperkalemia (choice E) is an increased level of potassium in the blood and can cause muscle weakness and heart arrhythmias, but would not specifically result in carpopedal spasm.

Carpopedal Spasm Results from Tetany Occurring in the Hands and Feet