ATI RN
ATI Fundamentals Proctored Exam 2023-2024 with NGN Questions
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Nurse preparing wellness presentation for families at community center. When discussing health screenings for adolescents, which info about scoliosis should nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
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A: Scoliosis is more common in girls than in boys - This is correct. Scoliosis is indeed more prevalent in girls compared to boys, with a ratio of about 7:1.
C: Scoliosis screening is essential during adolescent growth spurt - This is correct. Screening during the adolescent growth spurt is crucial as this is when scoliosis progression is most likely to occur.
B: Loss of height is often first sign of scoliosis - This is incorrect. The first sign of scoliosis is typically asymmetry or a visible curvature of the spine.
D: Slouching is a common cause of scoliosis, especially in adolescents - This is incorrect. Slouching is not a direct cause of scoliosis; it can exacerbate existing curvature but does not cause scoliosis.
E: Scoliosis is a forward curvature of the spine - This is incorrect. Scoliosis involves a lateral (side
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