Which response by a patient with hypoparathyroidism would indicate a positive Chvostek sign?
A) A twitch of the lip on the ipsilateral side
B) A twitch of the lip on the contralateral side
C) A lack of twitching of the lip
D) Bilateral twitching of the lip

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A positive Chvostek sign is indicated by a twitch of the lip on the same side (ipsilateral) when the facial nerve is tapped, which is often seen in conditions like hypoparathyroidism due to low calcium levels.

Which Response by a Patient with Hypoparathyroidism Would Indicate a Positive