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This Concept Map, created with IHMC CmapTools, has information related to: F&E-calcium, Calcium regulation HYPERcalcemia stimulates calcitonin production from thyroid.. acts opposite of PTH, hypocalcemia- decreased in ECF causes Hypoparathyroidism Rapid administration of blood Vitamin D deficiency, hypercalcemia- increased in ECF symptoms Anorexia, N&V Weakness, low back pain (kidney stones) Decreased LOC, personality changes, coma, Calcium values 4.5-5.5 mg/dL, Calcium location teeth & bones (99%), plasma & cells, Calcium function Bone and teeth formation Blood clotting Transmission of nerve impulses Contraction of cardiac muscle Cell membrane integrity/permeability, hypocalcemia- decreased in ECF symptoms Numbness and tingling of fingers and around mouth Hyperactive reflexes Tetany, Muscle cramps,, Calcium imbalances hypocalcemia- decreased in ECF, Calcium regulation HYPOcalcemia stimulates PTH secretion, Calcium imbalances hypercalcemia- increased in ECF, hypercalcemia- increased in ECF causes hyperparathyroidism, bone metastasis, prolonged immoblization, Excess Vit. D intake, Calcium regulation dietary intake, parathyroid hormone, Vitamin D, and calcitonin Absorbed from intestines, excreted by kidneys, resorbed or deposited in bone