An elderly patient has come to the clinic for a regular check-up. While reviewing a patient's history, the nurse notes that the patient has an increased thoracic curvature of the spine. What term describes this assessment finding?
A) Scoliosis
B) Epiphyses
C) Lordosis
D) Kyphosis
D
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A. Restraining the client B. Placing the client in seclusion C. Continuing to monitor the client D. Moving the client to a quiet room and talking about her feelings