An Adolescent Client with Scoliosis Has a Cobb Angle of 32

question 111

Multiple Choice

An adolescent client with scoliosis has a Cobb angle of 32 degrees. Given this information, what treatment will the nurse likely need to prepare the client for?

• A)This client will not need specific treatment.
• B)The nurse will prepare the client for physical therapy.
• C)The nurse will prepare the client for wearing a brace.
• D)The nurse will prepare the client for undergoing spinal fusion surgery.

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