A post-thyroidectomy patient develops signs and symptoms of tetany. The management is:: (A) IV calcium gluconate, (B) Bicarbonate, (C) Calcitonin, (D) Vitamin D
Answer is A. Ans. (a) IV calcium gluconateRef: Bailey and Love 26th edition Page 762* Tetany means severe hypocalcemia - immediately infuse Calcium gluconate 10mmol/l