During a physical exam, a 12-year-old girl expresses concern to the nurse that her breasts are different sizes. Which response would be most appropriate for the nurse?
a. "This happens normally to many girls your age. Full breast development takes an average of three years."
b. "I can talk with your mother about a referral to a physician who can perform further examination and tests."
c. "Have you started your menstrual periods yet, because breast development is irregular until menstruation begins."
d. "This is called ‘precocious breast development' and your breasts will become more equal just before your growth spurt starts."
ANS: A
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