When the patient flexes forward at the waist, what spinal observation would lead you to suspect scoliosis?
A)A prominent lumbar hump
B)A prominent cervical concave curve
C)Lateral curvature of the spine
D)Restricted ability to flex at the hips
E)A gibbus

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Scoliosis is suspected when there is a noticeable lateral curvature of the spine, or rib hump, as the patient bends forward at the waist.

When the Patient Flexes Forward at the Waist, What Spinal