In performing a neurologic evaluation of a client who had lumbar surgery 36 hours ago, it is important that the nurse assess
A) ability to move shoulders.
B) leg movement.
C) level of consciousness.
D) reflex response.

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Assess neurologic function by asking the client to move his or her legs and then comparing the results with those of the baseline evaluation.

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