The nurse is developing a plan of care for a home care patient who has hyperparathyroidism and a serum calcium level of 12.0 mg/dL. Which of the following measures should be included in the plan? Select all that apply.

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The nurse is developing a plan of care for a home care patient who has hyperparathyroidism and a serum calcium level of 12.0 mg/dL. Which of the following measures should be included in the plan?  Select all that apply.

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A) Promoting ambulation and mobility helps to move calcium from the blood into the bones, reducing hypercalcemia. B) Thiazide diuretics can increase serum calcium levels; switching to another type of diuretic can help manage hypercalcemia. C) Increasing fluid intake can help prevent kidney stones by diluting the urine and reducing calcium concentration.

The Nurse Is Developing a Plan of Care for a Home