Which clinical manifestations should the nurse monitor for when conducting a scoliosis screening for a school-aged child? (Select all that apply.)

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The nurse should monitor for a prominent scapula, a one-sided rib hump, and uneven shoulders and hips as these are common clinical manifestations of scoliosis. Lordosis (excessive inward curvature of the spine) may indicate a different spinal condition, and pain is not always present with scoliosis.

Which Clinical Manifestations Should the Nurse Monitor for When Conducting