Discuss the role of the skeletal system


Assignment task: Lucy G is a 61 year old Caucasian female who is in the emergency department. She is awaiting blood test results following presentation with tetanic seizures of her hands. The triage nurse mentioned the medical team want to con?rm whether her blood calcium levels are in a normal range. a) Explain why the medical team has requested confirmation of blood calcium levels b) State whether you expect Lucy's blood calcium levels to be increased or reduced c) Explore specifically how changes in serum calcium relate to tetanic seizures in terms of maintaining homeostasis. d) Calcium plays a significant role in the skeletal system. Discuss the role of the skeletal system in maintaining mineral homeostasis.

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