Asked by Clash Clans on Jun 07, 2024

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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 has been somewhat aggressive and stubborn in the classroom. How should the nurse interpret this behavior?

A) A sign of stress
B) A developmental delay
C) A physical problem
D) A lack of adjustment to school

Sign of Stress

Physical or psychological indicators that a person may be experiencing stress, such as headaches, fatigue, or irritability.

Developmental Delay

An occurrence where a child does not reach their developmental milestones at the expected times in areas such as physical, cognitive, communication, social, or emotional development.

  • Understand typical anxieties and behavioral signs of stress in children attending school.
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Seren dipityJun 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Signs of stress include stomach pains or headache, sleep problems, bed-wetting, changes in eating habits, aggressive or stubborn behavior, reluctance to participate, or regression to early behaviors. This child is exhibiting signs of stress.