The nurse is conducting a physical examination of a child with suspected Crohn's disease. Which of the following findings would the nurse interpret as being highly suspicious of this disorder?
A) Normal growth patterns
B) Perianal skin tags or fissures
C) Precocious puberty
D) Abdominal tenderness
B
Response:
Perianal skin tags and/or fissures are highly suspicious of Crohn's disease. Abdominal tenderness is also common to Crohn's disease but is seen with many other conditions as well. Normal growth patterns would not point to Crohn's disease because of problems with nutrient absorption. Delayed sexual development is associated with Crohn's disease.
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