The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. Laboratory studies are performed and the serum calcium level is 12.0 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L). Based on this laboratory value, the...

The nurse is caring for a client with a diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. Laboratory studies are performed and the serum calcium level is 12.0 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L). Based on this laboratory value, the nurse should take which action?

1. Document the value in the client’s record. 2. Inform the registered nurse of the laboratory value. 3. Place the laboratory result form in the client’s record. 4. Reassure the client that the laboratory result is normal.