A school health nurse is screening for scoliosis. For what assessment findings would the nurse look? Standard Text: Select all that apply.

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Scoliosis is characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. Key assessment findings include a prominent scapula, a one-sided rib hump, and uneven shoulders and hips. These signs indicate the presence of scoliosis. Lordosis (an inward curvature of the lower back) and pain are not specific indicators of scoliosis during initial screenings.

A School Health Nurse Is Screening for Scoliosis