A client with cancer has calcium 12.5 mg/dL and reports constipation, weakness, and excessive urination. Which intervention does the nurse anticipate?

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A. Encourage fluids and administer IV normal saline as ordered — Hypercalcemia is treated initially with hydration to promote renal excretion of calcium; additional therapies (loop diuretics, calcitonin, bisphosphonates) may follow per orders.

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B. Restrict fluids to prevent fluid overload

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C. Administer a thiazide diuretic

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D. Give magnesium sulfate