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Scoliosis, Kyphosis, and Lordosis: Comprehensive Nursing Notes
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A nurse is educating a group of parents about scoliosis in children.
Which statement by the nurse accurately describes a risk factor for scoliosis?
Which statement by the nurse accurately describes a risk factor for scoliosis?
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A client with kyphosis is seeking information about potential causes of their condition.
Which statement correctly identifies a cause of kyphosis?
Which statement correctly identifies a cause of kyphosis?
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A nurse is assessing a client with lordosis.
Which factors should the nurse consider when assessing for potential causes of lordosis? (Select three).
A nurse is assessing a client with lordosis.
Which factors should the nurse consider when assessing for potential causes of lordosis? (Select three).
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A nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with scoliosis.
The patient asks about the pathophysiology of scoliosis.
Which explanation accurately describes the pathophysiology of scoliosis?
The patient asks about the pathophysiology of scoliosis.
Which explanation accurately describes the pathophysiology of scoliosis?
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A client has been diagnosed with kyphosis and is concerned about potential complications.
Which statement by the nurse accurately addresses the client's concern regarding kyphosis?
Which statement by the nurse accurately addresses the client's concern regarding kyphosis?
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Question 6:
A nurse is assessing a patient with scoliosis.
Which clinical presentation findings should the nurse expect to observe in this patient?
Which clinical presentation findings should the nurse expect to observe in this patient?
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Question 7:
A client presents with kyphosis.
Which statement by the client is indicative of kyphosis?
Which statement by the client is indicative of kyphosis?
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Question 8:
A nurse is assessing a patient with lordosis.
Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with lordosis?
Which clinical manifestation is commonly associated with lordosis?
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Question 9:
A client with scoliosis is receiving non-surgical treatment.
What interventions should the nurse anticipate including in the client's plan of care?
What interventions should the nurse anticipate including in the client's plan of care?
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Question 10:
A nurse is caring for a patient with severe scoliosis.
Which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize to address potential complications associated with this condition?
Which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize to address potential complications associated with this condition?
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Question 11:
A client has been diagnosed with kyphosis.
During a patient education session, the client expresses concerns about potential complications.
Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate to address the client's worries?
During a patient education session, the client expresses concerns about potential complications.
Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate to address the client's worries?
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Question 12:
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A nurse is providing preventive education about spinal deformities to a group of adolescents.
Which actions should the nurse recommend to help prevent these conditions?
A nurse is providing preventive education about spinal deformities to a group of adolescents.
Which actions should the nurse recommend to help prevent these conditions?
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Question 13:
A client with lordosis is experiencing limited mobility and postural abnormalities.
What should the nurse prioritize when planning care for this client?
What should the nurse prioritize when planning care for this client?
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Question 14:
A nurse is caring for a patient with severe scoliosis.
What potential complications should the nurse monitor for in this patient?
What potential complications should the nurse monitor for in this patient?
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Question 15:
(Select all that apply): A nurse is providing care for a patient with spinal deformities.
Which interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care? (Select three.)
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