A 14-year-old boy is at the pediatric clinic for a checkup. What physical changes of puberty will the nurse indicate are related to the production of testosterone?
a. Stimulation of production of white cells and platelets
b. Promotion of growth of small bones
c. Increase in muscle mass and strength
d. Decrease in production of sebaceous gland secretions
ANS: C
Testosterone increases muscle mass, promotes strength and growth of long bones, and enhances production of red blood cells.
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