Questions about neurological function are raised when a child:
1. Snores.
2. Shows aggression when previously none was shown.
3. Wants attention from a parent.
4. Refuses to follow adult instruction.
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1. Snoring presents a concern for the airway, not neurological functioning.
2. Changes in personality are signs of abnormal behaviors and should be investigated.
3. Attention-seeking behaviors indicate psychosocial need, not a neurological change.
4. This is normal behavior for a child and does not qualify as a neurological issue.
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