A Middle-Aged Person with Scoliosis Asks Why Exercises Are Prescribed

question 10

Multiple Choice

A middle-aged person with scoliosis asks why exercises are prescribed when the pain is already severe.How should the nurse respond to this patient?

• A) "Exercise will stop the pain caused by the deformity."
• B) "Pain medication should not be needed for people with scoliosis."
• C) "Exercise can reverse and prevent the progression of the spinal deformity."
• D) "Exercise helps with weight management,which is a major reason for the problem."

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