You are examining a four year old boy who is very nervous during the examination. His breathing is 24 breaths per minute with a heart rate of 85. You conclude that he

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The breathing rate of 24 breaths per minute and a heart rate of 85 are within normal ranges for a four-year-old child. These vital signs do not indicate illness, need for medical treatment, or abuse. Children at this age can often be nervous during medical examinations, which does not necessarily indicate a health problem.

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