A child returns from spinal-fusion surgery. Which item is the priority assessment for this child?

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This child undergoing spinal-fusion surgery would likely experience impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities due to the spinal cord involvement. This could indicate nerve damage or injury and needs immediate assessment to prevent further damage or complications. The other options are not as relevant to this type of surgery and can be ruled out.

A Child Returns from Spinal-Fusion Surgery