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future617RT · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which data would be included in a health history (Select all that apply)?

a. Review of systems
b. Physical assessment
c. Sexual history
d. Growth measurements
e. Nutritional assessment
f. Family medical history

Question 2

A school nurse is screening children for scoliosis. Which assessment findings should the nurse expect to observe for scoliosis (Select all that apply)?

a. Complaints of a sore back
b. Asymmetry of the shoulders
c. An uneven hemline
d. Inability to bend at the waist
e. Unequal waist angles

tkempin · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, E, F
The review of systems, sexual history, nutritional assessment, and family medical history are part of the health history. Physical assessment and growth measurements are components of the physical examination.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, E
The assessment findings associated with scoliosis include asymmetry of the shoulder and hips, trouser pant leg length appearing shorter on one side, or an uneven hemline on a skirt, indicating unequal leg length. The child may also complain of a sore back. The child is able to bend at the waist adequately.