Asked by denise olivo on May 21, 2024
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A 14-year-old girl is anxious about not having reached menarche. When taking the health history, the nurse should ascertain which of the following?
A) The age her mother developed breasts
B) The age she began to develop pubic hair
C) The age she began developing axillary hair
D) The age the girl began to develop breasts
Menarche
The first occurrence of menstruation in an individual.
Axillary Hair
refers to the hair that grows in the underarm area, which begins to appear during puberty.
- Distinguish between typical and atypical observations in breast examinations across various age categories.
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Tonya BakerMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
According to Tanner's five stages of breast development, full development from stage 2 to stage 5 takes an average of 3 years, although the range is 1 to 6 years. Pubic hair develops during this time, and axillary hair appears 2 years after the onset of pubic hair. The beginning of breast development precedes menarche by approximately 2 years. Menarche occurs in breast development stage 3 or 4, usually just after the peak of the adolescent growth spurt, which occurs around age 12 years.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between typical and atypical observations in breast examinations across various age categories.