Which of the following is the primary treatment for the calcium disorder hypoparathyroidism?
A. Administration of bisphosphonates
B. Administration of the parathyroid hormone teriparatide (Forteo)
C. Administration of intravenous calcium followed by oral calcium salts and vitamin D
D. All of these
Answer: C
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The nurse manager would determine that a nurse understands culturally sensitive care if which statements are made? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. "Since all of our patients have the same illnesses, I sometimes get bored." 2. "I have been helping my patient understand how to choose foods from our diet menu." 3. "I am concerned because my patient needs sterile dressing changes but has no running water at home." 4. "My patient and I worked out a way to get her medications delivered to her at home." 5. "I invited a group from my church to come and sing hymns for our patients."