NCLEX RN Exam Questions Practice Question

The nurse is performing an assessment on a client with a history of a thyroidectomy. Which finding suggests the client is experiencing hypocalcemia?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Hypocalcemia post-thyroidectomy (due to parathyroid damage) causes muscle twitching or tetany from low calcium levels. Nausea, chest pain, and fever are less specific.

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