Hypercalcemia – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (GROANS, MOANS, BONES, STONES, OVERTONES)
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Outline GROANS, MOANS, BONES, STONES, OVERTONES
- GROANS-Constipation
- MOANS-Joint pain
- BONES-Loss of calcium from bones
- STONES-Kidney stones
- OVERTONES-psychiatric overtones (confusion, depression)
The BONES store the most calcium – remember these words that rhyme with BONES to help you remember possible signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia.
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