The nurse is performing an assessment of the reproductive system of a 17-year-old girl. What would alert the nurse to a developmental delay in this girl?
A) Areola and papilla separate from the contour of the breast
B) Mature distribution and coarseness of pubic hair
C) Developed breast tissue
D) Occurrence of first menstrual period
Ans: D
The first menstrual period usually begins between the ages of 9 and 15 years (average 12.8 years). Breast budding (thelarche) occurs at approximately ages 9 to 11 years and is followed by the growth of pubic hair.
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