When a patient with hypoparathyroidism reports numbness and tingling, the nurse should suspect which electrolyte imbalance?
A) Hyperchloremia
B) Hypernatremia
C) Hypophosphatemia
D) Hypocalcemia

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Hypoparathyroidism leads to decreased production of parathyroid hormone, which results in low calcium levels (hypocalcemia). Numbness and tingling are common symptoms of hypocalcemia.

When a Patient with Hypoparathyroidism Reports Numbness and Tingling, the Nurse