An indication of Chvostek' sign is:
A. Twitching of the lips after tapping the face
B. Elevated blood sugar after glucose infusion
C. Inability to hold one's arms straight
D. Spasms of the hand after blood circulation is cut off
Answer: A. Twitching of the lips after tapping the face
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