A school-aged child presents in the pediatric clinic with a parent who states,"My child complains of a stomachache almost every day before school." Which mental health disorder should the nurse assess this child for on the basis of the current data?

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The child's daily complaints of stomachaches before school may suggest anxiety about going to school, which is a common symptom of anxiety disorders. Depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder may have other associated symptoms or behaviors, but are less likely given the current data.

A School-Aged Child Presents in the Pediatric Clinic with a Parent