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The patient has a lateral curve of the thoracic and lumbar segments of the spine while standing. When the patient bends forward, the curve disappears. Which additional assessment finding would the nurse anticipate?
a. Hip dislocation
b. Forward bend in the spine
c. Rotation of the vertebral bodies
d. Difference in length of the legs