What is the appropriate management for a critical care patient with severe hypocalcemia and signs of tetany and QT prolongation?
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Correct answer: Give IV calcium with ECG and albumin monitoring
In ICU settings, symptomatic hypocalcemia with cardiac/neuromuscular signs requires IV calcium and ECG monitoring; albumin correction should also be considered.
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