Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) Practice Exam

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Which intervention is beneficial for a patient experiencing hypercalcemia?

Limit fluid intake
Force fluids
Increase calcium rich foods
Prioritize bed rest

The correct answer is: Force fluids

For a patient experiencing hypercalcemia, the recommended intervention is to force fluids. Hypercalcemia, characterized by elevated calcium levels in the blood, can lead to various complications, including kidney stones and decreased kidney function. Increasing fluid intake helps dilute the calcium concentration in the blood, assists in improving renal excretion of excess calcium, and can help prevent complications associated with dehydration. By encouraging the patient to increase their fluid intake, it facilitates the kidneys' ability to clear excess calcium, thus helping to manage the elevated calcium levels effectively. In addition, proper hydration can mitigate some of the symptoms associated with hypercalcemia, such as weakness, fatigue, and confusion. Other options, such as limiting fluid intake or prioritizing bed rest, would not provide the necessary support for managing hypercalcemia and could potentially exacerbate the patient's condition. Similarly, increasing calcium-rich foods is contraindicated, as it would further elevate calcium levels in the bloodstream.