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A Nurse Has Observed That a Particular Fifth Grade Student

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A nurse has observed that a particular fifth grade student visits the office two to three times each week with stomachaches, headaches, and vague complaints of not feeling well. This has been continuing for several months. What is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?


A) Refuse to see the child anymore.
B) Call his parents to discuss his symptoms and the need to be evaluated by his pediatrician.
C) Send the child home until he obtains medical clearance to return.
D) Refer him to the school psychiatrist for mental evaluation.

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