{"id":2968,"date":"2023-09-06T19:28:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-06T19:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/?p=2968"},"modified":"2026-03-20T13:51:12","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T21:51:12","slug":"nclex-qotd-scoliosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis","title":{"rendered":"NCLEX-RN\u00ae Question of the Day: Scoliosis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In This Article<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#The_correct_answer_to_todays_NCLEX-RN%C2%AE_Question_is%E2%80%A6\" >The correct answer to today&#8217;s NCLEX-RN\u00ae Question is&#8230;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#A_Auscultate_lung_and_heart_sounds\" >A. Auscultate lung and heart sounds<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#Major_Takeaway\" >Major Takeaway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#Incorrect_answer_explanations\" >Incorrect answer explanations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#B_Measure_the_clients_shoulder_levels\" >B. Measure the client\u2019s shoulder levels<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#C_Obtain_a_physical_therapy_consultation\" >C. Obtain a physical therapy consultation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#D_Refer_the_client_to_a_community_support_group\" >D. Refer the client to a community support group<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/nclex-qotd-scoliosis\/#i\" >&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;________________________<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Prepare for the NCLEX-RN\u00ae by exploring optimal care for newly diagnosed scoliosis patients prescribed with braces. Discover the nurse&#8217;s crucial first step in managing this condition. Get informed and stay prepared for your nursing journey.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nurse caring for a client newly diagnosed with scoliosis who is ordered to wear a brace. Which action should the nurse take first?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A. Auscultate lung and heart sounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>B. Measure the client\u2019s shoulder levels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>C. Obtain a physical therapy consultation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>D. Refer the client to a community support group<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scroll down for the correct answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_correct_answer_to_todays_NCLEX-RN%C2%AE_Question_is%E2%80%A6\"><\/span>The correct answer to today&#8217;s NCLEX-RN\u00ae Question is&#8230;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Auscultate_lung_and_heart_sounds\"><\/span>A. Auscultate lung and heart sounds<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong>&nbsp;Scoliosis may cause abnormal chest anatomy which can decrease pulmonary capacity and compromise respiratory and cardiac function. Therefore, the nurse should begin by assessing the client\u2019s vital signs and auscultating lung and heart sounds, taking note of any signs or symptoms of cardiopulmonary compromise, such as dyspnea, chest pain, blue-tinged extremities, increased blood pressure, or increased pulse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Takeaway\"><\/span>Major Takeaway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The priority nursing goals for a client with scoliosis are to monitor for cardiopulmonary complications, provide supportive care during treatment, and provide psychosocial support. The nurse should begin by assessing the client\u2019s vital signs and auscultating lung and heart sounds, noting any signs or symptoms of cardiopulmonary compromise, and immediately reporting dyspnea or chest pain, blue-tinged extremities, increased blood pressure, or increased pulse. Then, if the client is prescribed a brace, the nurse should measure and record their shoulder levels and the heights of their anterior and posterior superior iliac spines to help monitor the progression of their spinal curvature. Next, as prescribed, the nurse should collaborate with the physical therapist to provide exercises to promote strength, posture alignment, and balance. Lastly, the nurse should provide information about community resources, organizations, and local support groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorrect_answer_explanations\"><\/span>Incorrect answer explanations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"B_Measure_the_clients_shoulder_levels\"><\/span>B. Measure the client\u2019s shoulder levels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong>&nbsp;If a client is prescribed a brace for scoliosis treatment, the nurse should measure and record their shoulder levels and the heights of their anterior and posterior superior iliac spines to monitor the progression of their spinal curvature. However, this is not the nurse\u2019s priority action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C_Obtain_a_physical_therapy_consultation\"><\/span>C. Obtain a physical therapy consultation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:<\/strong>&nbsp;In clients with scoliosis, the nurse will collaborate with the physical therapist to provide exercises to promote strength, posture alignment, and balance, as prescribed; however, this is not the nurse\u2019s priority action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"D_Refer_the_client_to_a_community_support_group\"><\/span>D. Refer the client to a community support group<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rationale:&nbsp;<\/strong>A referral to a community support group is an important intervention to assist the client with scoliosis to cope with their diagnosis; however, this is not the nurse\u2019s priority action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignfull\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"i\"><\/span><strong><em>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;________________________<\/em><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Want more NCLEX\u00ae-style practice questions? Try Osmosis today! Access your&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/login?type=create\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free trial<\/a>&nbsp;and find out why millions of current and future clinicians and caregivers love learning with us.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/plans\/rn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"324\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_76d0b4.png?w=904\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2619\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_76d0b4.png 904w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_76d0b4.png?resize=300,108 300w, https:\/\/www.osmosis.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/09\/image_76d0b4.png?resize=768,275 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prepare for the NCLEX-RN\u00ae by exploring optimal care for newly diagnosed scoliosis patients prescribed with braces. 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