Answer Key: Hypocalcemia Patient Homework

1. False – Hypocalcemia means too little calcium in the blood, not too much.
   
   

2. True – Tingling or numbness in lips or fingers is an early sign of low calcium.
   
   

3. True – Low vitamin D can cause calcium levels to drop because vitamin D helps absorb calcium.
   
   

4. True – Calcium is important for bones, muscles, nerves, and heart function.
   
   

5. True – Skipping calcium medicine can worsen low calcium and symptoms.
   
   

6. True – Kidney disease can affect calcium balance and cause hypocalcemia.
   
   

7. True – Muscle cramps and twitching are common signs of low calcium.
   
   

8. False – Soda does not increase calcium; in fact, excessive soda may lower calcium levels.
   
   

9. True – Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium from food.
   
   

10. True – Taking calcium and vitamin D exactly as prescribed is important to keep levels stable.
    
    

11. True – Severe hypocalcemia can cause confusion, seizures, and other serious symptoms.
    
    

12. True – Foods like dairy, leafy greens, and canned salmon are good calcium sources.
    
    

13. True – Low calcium can cause heart rhythm problems, which can be dangerous.
    
    

14. False – Never stop your supplements without talking to your doctor, even if you feel better.
    
    

15. True – Staying active helps keep bones strong and healthy.
    
    

16. True – Mild tingling or numbness should be reported to your healthcare provider.
    
    

17. True – Trouble breathing is a serious symptom requiring emergency care.
    
    

18. False – Magnesium affects calcium levels; low magnesium can cause or worsen hypocalcemia.
    
    

19. True – Taking too much vitamin D can cause high calcium and lead to problems.
    
    

20. True – Sunlight helps your skin make vitamin D, which helps your body absorb calcium.