NursingPlex
    Sign In
    Ati lpn paediatrics nursing proctored exam 2023

    A school nurse is assisting with health screenings for school-age children during a health fair. The nurse should identify that which of the following findings indicates scoliosis?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Neck flexion when bending forward is not a typical indicator of scoliosis. Scoliosis is identified by abnormal curvature of the spine, not by the neck. B. Uneven shoulders when standing erect are a key indicator of scoliosis. This asymmetry can be identified when the child bends forward at the waist, which is a standard test for scoliosis during a physical examination. C. Toes that point inward when bending forward is not a sign of scoliosis. This could be indicative of a different musculoskeletal issue such as hip or leg alignment problems, but it is not related to scoliosis. D. Knees that bow outward when standing erect indicate bow-leggedness (genu varum), not scoliosis. Scoliosis specifically affects the spine's curvature.

    🔒 Submit your answer to reveal