The nurse is caring for a client with hyperparathyroidism. The nurse knows that the client is at risk for other comorbidities. The nurse is aware that which of the following is a high risk for this client?
A nurse is reviewing discharge education with a client. Which of the following should the nurse provide to the client diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism?
The healthcare provider notifies the nurse that they are testing for hyperparathyroidism. Which of the following tests should the nurse expect to see in the client’s orders?
The nurse is preparing a client for a parathyroidectomy. Which of the following is an appropriate teaching point?
A nurse is caring for a client who is diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism. Lab values are: Calcium 11.8 mg/dL and phosphate 2.1 mg/dL. Which of the following is the priority nursing intervention?
A client with hyperparathyroidism from a tumor is told that the healthcare provider wants to remove the parathyroid glands. The client asks the nurse what will happen if the parathyroid glands are removed. Which of the following is an appropriate answer by the nurse?
The nurse is preparing to receive a postoperative client following parathyroidectomy surgery. The nurse is aware that which of the following are potential occurrences with this type of surgery? Select all that apply.
