Alice is a client with hypoparathyroidism. The nurse should advise Alice to take which of the following supplements? (Select all that apply.)
A) Calcium
B) Iron
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin D
E) Vitamin K

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Hypoparathyroidism leads to low levels of parathyroid hormone, which causes low calcium levels in the blood. Calcium and vitamin D supplements are recommended to help maintain calcium balance. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium.

Alice Is a Client with Hypoparathyroidism