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The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Following a Parathyroidectomy

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The nurse is caring for a client following a parathyroidectomy who develops tingling of the lips and a positive Trousseau's sign. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?


A) Administer the ordered muscle relaxant.
B) Give the ordered oral calcium supplement.
C) Start the PRN oxygen at 2 L/minute per cannula.
D) Have the client rebreathe using a paper bag.

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