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The first time you are asked by a parent to sign a child ‘unfit for school’
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The first time you are asked by a parent to sign a child ‘unfit for school’
Wednesday 12 December 2018, 09:02 AM

It is very helpful for the GP to have a good relationship with the school
FIRST TIME
When a parent brings a child to your practice seeking a medical note to explain an absence from school or to avoid an activity, often the history or timing can reveal another story
Key points, The parents supporting an inappropriate medical note for school may believe they are doing the best thing for their child, to avoid school consequence
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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