A major concern with intravenous administration of calcium includes ________.
A) constipation
B) local tissue irritation and/or necrosis
C) rickets
D) osteoporosis

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Local tissue irritation and/or necrosis can occur with the intravenous administration of calcium, especially if the infusion is too rapid or if the solution extravasates into surrounding tissues.

A Major Concern with Intravenous Administration of Calcium Includes ________