During a physical assessment, the nurse can test for Trousseau's or Chvostek's sign if she suspects:
1. Hypocalcemia.
2. Hypokalemia.
3. Hypophosphoremia.
4. Anemia.
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Rationale: Trousseau's and Chvostek's sign can easily be used by the nurse during a physical assessment to test for signs of hypocalcemia. Levels of potassium, phosphorous, and iron are usually measured by serum tests.
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