How does the onset of the pubertal growth spurt compare in girls and boys?
a. It occurs earlier in boys.
b. It occurs earlier in girls.
c. It is about the same in both boys and girls.
d. In both boys and girls it depends on their growth in infancy.
ANS: B
Usually, the pubertal growth spurt begins earlier in girls. It typically occurs between the ages of 10 and 14 years for girls and 11 and 16 years for boys. The average earliest age at onset is 1 year earlier for girls. There does not appear to be a relation to growth during infancy.
You might also like to view...
The mental health unit separates from others a male patient who repeatedly talks rapidly, makes sexual comments to female patients, and touches them inappropriately
While reviewing his medical records, which diagnosis can the nurse best anticipate for this patient? a. Depression b. Schizophrenia c. Alzheimer's disease d. Bipolar disorder
What drug would the nurse recognize as contraindicated for pediatric use?
A) Fluconazole B) Terbinafine C) Griseofulvin D) Flucytosine
For an EBP project to succeed in improving practice, what type of team is warranted? (Select all that apply.)
a. Physician b. Stakeholder c. Interdisciplinary team d. Psychologist
The nurse explains to a pregnant woman who does not like milk that other foods are good sources of calcium, such as:
a. Whole grains b. Beef, pork, and chicken c. Green, leafy vegetables and tofu d. Nuts and legumes