The nurse is teaching a group of student nurses about treatment strategies that are beneficial to a client with hyperparathyroidism. Which statement of the student nurse does the nurse correct?

1. "The client is prescribed calcitonin to inhibit bone breakdown."
2. "The client is prescribed calcium and vitamins for bone building."
3. "The client is advised to increase water intake to prevent kidney stones."
4. "The client is prescribed bisphosphonates to stimulate osteoclast activity."


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