What is the nurse aware is happening when the patient with hypoparathyroidism complains of fatigue and a lack of energy?
a. Hypertension is the cause of the fatigue.
b. Hypocalcemia has caused decreased car-diac output.
c. Dyspnea has sapped the patient's energy.
d. Poor muscle tone makes any activity tir-ing.
B
A decreased amount of calcium in the bloodstream decreases the contractility of the heart and, consequently, reduces cardiac output.
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