Which of the following statements regarding calcium is correct
A. Patients with ataxia should be suspected of being hypocalcemic.
B. Calcium is needed for bone growth and proper blood clotting.
C. Calcium can react completely with 1 mEq of a singly charged anion.
D. Abdominal cramps are a sign of an increased level of serum calcium
Answer: B. Calcium is needed for bone growth and proper blood clotting.
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