The school nurse is planning a program for girls about the physical changes of puberty. Toward what age girl should this program be directed?
a. 10 years
b. 12 years
c. 14 years
d. 16 years
ANS: A
Because puberty can occur in girls as early as age 10 years, instruction must be given by that age.
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