A 9-year-old girl often comes to the school nurse complaining of stomach pains.Her teacher says she is completing her schoolwork satisfactorily,but lately she has been somewhat aggressive and stubborn in the classroom.The school nurse should recognize this as

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The symptoms described, such as stomach pains and changes in behavior, are common signs of stress in children. The girl is completing her schoolwork satisfactorily, which suggests that a developmental delay or lack of adjustment is less likely.

A 9-Year-Old Girl Often Comes to the School Nurse Complaining