A child has just returned from spinal fusion surgery. The nurse should check for signs of:
1. Increased intracranial pressure.
2. Seizure activity.
3. Impaired pupillary response during neurological checks.
4. Impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities.
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Rationale:
1. This is a sign of neurologic impairment, and is not high risk with spinal surgery.
2. This is a sign of neurologic impairment, and is not high risk with spinal surgery.
3. This is a sign of neurologic impairment, and is not high risk with spinal surgery.
4. When the spinal column is manipulated, there is a risk for impaired color, sensitivity, and movement to lower extremities.
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