Archer review 9b - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

The nurse is caring for a client with a phosphorus level of 5.3 mg/dL. The nurse identifies which of the following as possible causes of this condition? Select all that apply. A. Tumor lysis syndrome [22%] B. Hypoparathyroidism [25%] C. Hypercalcemia [16%] D. Renal failure [28%] E. Anorexia [8%] - Explanation Choices A, B, and D are correct. A is correct. This client has a phosphorus level of 5.3, which is greater than the normal 3.0-4.5 mg/dL. Tumor lysis syndrome can cause ...