The nurse caring for a child with mononucleosis can expect the child to exhibit which symptoms?

A. Ear pain and fever are not specific to mononucleosis and could be associated with other infections. B. While elevated WBC count may be observed, sedimentation rate is not specific to mononucleosis and can be elevated in various conditions. C. A positive Epstein-Barr virus test (EBV) confirms mononucleosis, and malaise is a common symptom due to the body's immune response. D. Increased BUN and serum creatinine levels are typically indicators of renal function and are not directly associated with mononucleosis.