A child has been prescribed growth hormone. When collecting data from this patient, which report is of the greatest concern?
A) "I sometimes have headaches."
B) "I feel tired."
C) "My hips often hurt."
D) "I take this medication with food."
Ans: C
Limping or complaints of hip pain are of concern. This may signal issues with the epiphysis and warrants further evaluation. Headaches and fatigue are not associated with medication. Taking this medication with food is not contraindicated.
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