A patient has been admitted to the orthopedic unit with suspected Paget's disease of the bone. What would you expect the laboratory results to show if the patient has Paget's disease?
A) Altered serum magnesium levels
B) Altered serum calcium levels
C) Altered serum potassium levels
D) Altered serum sodium levels
Ans: B
Feedback: Serum calcium levels are altered in patients with osteomalacia, parathyroid dysfunction, Paget's disease, metastatic bone tumors, or prolonged immobilization.
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The nurse is identifying external evidence to be used when implementing evidence-based practice for a patient's care. What should the nurse use as external evidence?
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A) True B) False