A patient comes into the clinic demonstrating symptoms of hypocalcemic tetany. What assessment should the nurse conduct to determine the patient's condition?
A) Tap a finger in front of the patient's ear at the angle of the jaw.
B) Place a tuning fork over one of the patient's fingers.
C) Measure the patient's blood pressure.
D) Measure capillary blood.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q24: A patient who is scheduled to have
Q25: A middle-aged female patient is found to
Q26: The nurse is assessing a patient for
Q27: During an assessment the nurse notes that
Q28: The nurse is conducting an interview with
Q30: An older patient who is seen in
Q31: A patient is demonstrating symptoms of dehydration
Q32: The results of a patient's oral
Q33: Place an "X" over the site of
Q34: The nurse is conducting a physical assessment
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents