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Zoey63294

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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient has undergone tests that indicate a deficiency of the parathormone secretion. She should be informed of which potential complication?
 
  a. Osteoporosis
  b. Lethargy
  c. Laryngeal spasms
  d. Kidney stones

Question 2

A nurse is conducting a class in recognizing the danger signals for cancer and lowering risks. Which of the following is a possible danger signal, as publicized by the American Cancer Society?
 
  A) Abdominal or chest pain
  B) Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing
  C) Unusual vision problems
  D) Reddening or blanching of the skin


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aidanmbrowne

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Decreased parathyroid hormone levels in the bloodstream causes a decreased calcium level. Severe hypocalcemia may result in laryngeal spasm, stridor, cyanosis, and increased possibility of asphyxia.

Answer to Question 2

B
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Although all these choices may warrant seeing a physician, only the indigestion or difficulty in swallowing (the I in the American Cancer Society's CAUTION acronym) is a warning signal for cancer.


Zoey63294

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Reply #2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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