Planning is underway to determine the best course of treatment for a patient with hyperparathyroidism. What should the nurse expect to observe when collecting data from this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Fatigue
b. Nausea
c. Confusion
d. Depression
e. Hypertension
ANS: A, B, C, D
Signs and symptoms of hyperparathyroidism are caused primarily by the increase in serum calcium level. Symptoms include fatigue, nausea, confusion, and depression. E. Hypertension is not a manifestation of hyperparathyroidism.
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