Which of the following assessment findings in a client with acute pancreatitis should the nurse report most quickly to the health care provider?

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Muscle twitching and finger numbness indicate hypocalcemia, which may lead to tetany unless calcium gluconate is administered. Numbness or tingling around the lips and in the fingers is an early indicator of hypocalcemia. Although the other findings also should be reported to the health care provider, they do not indicate complications that require rapid action.

Which of the Following Assessment Findings in a Client with Acute