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.What action by the school nurse is most appropriate?

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Signs of stress include stomach pains or headache,sleep problems,bedwetting,changes in eating habits,aggressive or stubborn behavior,reluctance to participate,or regression to early behaviors.The nurse should assess the child for stress.The other actions are not warranted although the nurse may want to have a conference with parents after screening the child.

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