After corrective surgery for scoliosis, how should a client be turned?

The most appropriate method for turning a client after corrective surgery for scoliosis is log rolling. This technique involves maintaining the alignment of the spine and body during the turning process. It is essential after spinal surgeries, including scoliosis correction, as it minimizes the risk of injury or stress to the spine, which is still healing and may be vulnerable to further complications if not handled properly.

Log rolling involves turning the client as a single unit, ensuring that the head, torso, and legs move together. This coordinated movement preserves spinal alignment and provides stability, which is critical following any surgical intervention in the spine.

Other options, such as quickly transitioning or side-lying, could introduce undue stress on the surgical site and may not support the necessary precautions for spine safety. Similarly, assisted sitting does not address the need to keep the spine aligned during movement after such a procedure. Thus, log rolling is the safest and most effective approach for turning a client post-surgery for scoliosis.