The family clinic nurse reviews nutritional information with a 15-year-old patient. The patient is concerned about being short and wonders if growth will continue. The nurse explains that the typical increase in height during adolescence is how much?
A.
15%
B.
25%
C.
30%
D.
35%
ANS: B
Diet and nutrition are especially important for facilitating optimal growth and development during adolescence. Adequate nutritional intake is essential to accommodate the growth spurt that occurs during this time. Adolescents gain approximately 25% of their adult height and 50% of their adult weight throughout this time period.
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