Question

question 4 of 20
while assessing a client with hypoparathyroidism, the nurse taps the clients facial nerve and
observes twitching of the mouth and tightening of the jaw. the nurse would document this
finding as which of the following?
hyperactive deep tendon reflex
positive chvosteks sign
tetany
positive trousseaus sign

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Hyperactive deep tendon reflex: Involves reflexes like knee - jerk, not facial nerve tapping. Eliminate.
• Positive Chvostek's sign: Defined as twitching of mouth/jaw when facial nerve is tapped, matching the scenario.
• Tetany: General muscle spasms, not specific to facial nerve tapping. Eliminate.
• Positive Trousseau's sign: Involves carpal spasm with blood pressure cuff inflation, not facial nerve tapping. Eliminate.

Answer:

B. Positive Chvostek's sign