A patient is demonstrating symptoms of hypocalcemic tetany. What assessment should the nurse conduct to determine the patient's health problem?
A. Measure capillary blood.
B. Tap a finger in front of the patient's ear at the angle of the jaw.
C. Place a tuning fork over one of the patient's fingers.
D. Measure the patient's blood pressure.
Answer: B
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