The nurse is caring for a patient who will receive intravenous calcium gluconate.Which nursing actions are appropriate when giving this solution?

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Trousseau and Chvostek signs indicate hypocalcemia,and patients receiving calcium should be monitored closely for signs of calcium imbalance.Hypercalcemia can cause ECG changes.A serum calcium level greater than 2.5 mEq/L indicates hypercalcemia and therefore should be reported.Calcium does not require infusion through a central line and should not be given as a rapid IV bolus.Calcium should not be added to a solution containing bicarbonate,because rapid precipitation occurs.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Will Receive