Assessing Recurrent Abdominal Pain in Children

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Abstract
Recurrent abdominal pain is a frequent complaint of school-aged children. In 5–10 percent of the cases, RAP is the result of organic disease. Specific history and physical assessments are needed to detect organic disease. The assessment tool described in this article is a functional adjunct to a nurse practitioner's evaluation of RAP as well as of other recurrent pain. It provides additional information to identify less obvious organic causes and serves as a basis for involving the patient in development of a treatment plan.

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