What is the most appropriate intervention for an adolescent with a mild scoliosis?
a. Long-term monitoring
b. Surgical intervention
c. Bracing
d. No follow-up
A
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A The child with mild scoliosis requires long-term follow-up to determine whether
the curve will progress or remain stable.
B Surgical intervention is not needed for mild scoliosis.
C Mild scoliosis is not braced if it is stable.
D Follow-up to monitor the curve is important until skeletal maturity has occurred.
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