[Verified Answer]: CASE STUDY – SCOLIOSIS Discuss the…

CASE STUDY – SCOLIOSIS Discuss the pathophysiology of scoliosis. Identify clinical manifestations of scoliosis Discuss impact of scoliosis and treatment of it on growth and development of the preteen and adolescent. *. Outline pre and post-operative nursing interventions when caring for a client with scoliosis. Case Study: Hospital Day 1 Nurse’s Notes: 13-year-old client with a history of scoliosis is being admitted for surgery in the morning. Lateral curvature of the lumbar spine and asymmetry of the scapula were noted on assessment during well- client checkup at age 12. Client has been in brace for the last year without significant improvement. Plan for surgery tomorrow for placement of rod and lumbar spinal fusion. Vital Signs: Provider Orders: Wt: 50 kg NOP after 10 pm HR: 88 D5