The nurse is concerned the patient is experiencing hypocalcemia following the removal of the thyroid. In which location does the nurse assess for the Chvostek’s sign?

Cheek. The Chvostek’s sign is assessed by tapping the cheek over the facial nerve. Trousseau’s sign, which also indicates low calcium, is assessed by inflating a blood pressure cuff over the upper arm. The hinge joints and abdominal muscles are not used to assess for hypocalcemia using the Chvostek’s sign.

The nurse is concerned the patient is experiencing hypocalcemia f...

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