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199. A patient with hyperthyroidism undergoes thyroidectomy. What is the critical clinical urgency of monitoring for hypocalcemia post-operatively?

A. Risk of hypernatremia.
B. Risk of accidental parathyroid gland removal, leading to hypoparathyroidism and life-threatening hypocalcemia.
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C. Risk of hyperkalemia.
D. Risk of hypoglycemia.

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  • Risk of hypernatremia.
  • Risk of accidental parathyroid gland removal, leading to hypoparathyroidism and life-threatening hypocalcemia.
  • Risk of hyperkalemia.
  • Risk of hypoglycemia.

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