The nurse is planning care for a 14 year-old client returning from scoliosis corrective surgery. Which of the following actions should receive priority in the plan?
A) Antibiotic therapy for 10 days
B) Teach client isometric exercises for legs
C) Assess movement and sensation of extremities
D) Assist to stand up at bedside within the first 24 hours
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Correct Answer is (C)
C: Assess movement and sensation of extremities. Following corrective surgery for scoliosis, neurological status requires special attention and assessment, especially that of the extremities
C) Assess movement and sensation of extremities