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A patient with hypercalcemia is prescribed calcitonin. What is the expected outcome of this medication?
A patient with hypercalcemia is prescribed calcitonin. What is the expected outcome of this medication?
- Promotion of bone breakdown to release more calcium into the bloodstream.
- Inhibition of calcium excretion through the kidneys.
- Increased calcium absorption in the GI tract.
- Decreased calcium levels in the blood by promoting calcium reabsorption into the bones. (correct)
A patient with bone cancer develops hypercalcemia. Which mechanism primarily contributes to elevated calcium levels in this scenario?
A patient with bone cancer develops hypercalcemia. Which mechanism primarily contributes to elevated calcium levels in this scenario?
- Increased calcium absorption in the GI tract due to the cancer.
- Decreased calcium excretion by the kidneys caused by the cancer.
- Increased production of calcitonin by the tumor cells.
- Enhanced bone resorption releasing calcium into the bloodstream. (correct)
Why does hypercalcemia lead to polyuria and polydipsia?
Why does hypercalcemia lead to polyuria and polydipsia?
- Elevated calcium reduces the kidney's ability to concentrate urine, resulting in fluid loss and increased thirst.
- Increased serum calcium causes the kidneys to retain more water, leading to increased thirst and urination.
- Hypercalcemia directly stimulates the thirst center in the brain, causing increased fluid intake and urination.
- High calcium levels act as a diuretic, pulling water into the intravascular space and increasing kidney filtration. (correct)
A patient with hyperparathyroidism is likely to experience which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
A patient with hyperparathyroidism is likely to experience which of the following electrolyte imbalances?
A patient's serum calcium level is 13.0 mg/dL. Which of the following clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to observe?
A patient's serum calcium level is 13.0 mg/dL. Which of the following clinical manifestations would the nurse expect to observe?
Why is 0.9% sodium chloride IV administered to patients with hypercalcemia?
Why is 0.9% sodium chloride IV administered to patients with hypercalcemia?
Which medication should be discontinued in a patient experiencing hypercalcemia?
Which medication should be discontinued in a patient experiencing hypercalcemia?
A dehydrated patient is found to have hypercalcemia. What is the relationship between dehydration and hypercalcemia?
A dehydrated patient is found to have hypercalcemia. What is the relationship between dehydration and hypercalcemia?
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Hypercalcemia
Hypercalcemia
High calcium levels in the blood (above 10.5 mg/dL).
Increased Calcium Absorption
Increased Calcium Absorption
Excessive oral intake of calcium and vitamin D.
Decreased Calcium Excretion
Decreased Calcium Excretion
Some diuretics help reabsorb calcium in the kidneys, preventing excretion.
Bone Resorption
Bone Resorption
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Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
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Hormone Imbalance in Hypercalcemia
Hormone Imbalance in Hypercalcemia
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Polyuria in Hypercalcemia
Polyuria in Hypercalcemia
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IV Saline for Hypercalcemia
IV Saline for Hypercalcemia
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