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sarasara

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Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) has been diagnosed in a 12-year-old girl. The nurse working with the family discusses the difference between this type of scoliosis and the congenital form. The main difference is:
 
  1. AIS has the S-shaped curve and congenital scoliosis does not.
   2. AIS is seen in children over the age of 9, and congenital scoliosis is usually seen before the age of 6 months.
   3. AIS is the most common type, and congenital scoliosis is usually caused by environmental agents, such as alcohol exposure in utero.
   4. AIS tends to affect more girls, and congenital usually affects more boys.

Question 2

When an adolescent tells the school nurse/counselor that he is still unsure what his career choice might be, the nurse suggests that he: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Talk to some professionals who are working in different fields
  b. Take general courses in college until he can decide on a career path
  c. Take advantage of aptitude tests that are offered through the school
  d. Relax and not be concerned about career choice at such an early age
  e. Read pamphlets from professional organizations



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1. Congenital scoliosis has the S-shaped curve.
2. AIS occurs in older children, and congenital usually occurs during infancy.
3. AIS is not the most common form of scoliosis.
4. Congenital scoliosis affects more girls than boys.

Answer to Question 2

A, C, E
Taking aptitude tests, researching various professional pathways, and talking with persons already engaged in these professions may help the adolescent choose a career path.



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