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A 4-year-old child complains of nighttime leg pain that resolves by morning. This has occurred for the past 4 months. The nurse practitioner should tell the patient’s guardians that: A – these are growing pains that last from 1 to 2 years. This is a common complaint in this age group. B—This complaint is typical of Legg-Calve-Perthes disease, which is NOT common in this age group. C – this pain is typical in association with juvenile arthritis. Blood work will confirm the diagnosis. D – the pain is likely secondary to excessive leg movements caused by night terrors.
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A 4-year-old child complains of nighttime leg pain that resolves by morning. This has occurred for t