The nurse is monitoring the client for hypocalcemia. Which of the following are indicative of this imbalance? Select all that apply
1. Muscle cramps
2. Tingling sensations
3. Hyperactive reflexes
4. Severe muscle weakness
5. Irritability
6. Memory impairment
1, 2, 3, 5, 6
Rationale: Signs of hypocalcemia include tingling sensations, hyperactive reflexes, and a positive Trousseau or Chvostek sign. Other signs include increased neuromuscular excitability, muscle cramps, tetany, seizures, insomnia, irritability, memory impairment, and anxiety. Severe muscle weakness is seen in hypercalcemia not hypocalcemia.
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