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torybrooks

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Generally, the earliest age at which puberty begins is _____ years in girls, _____ in boys.
 
  a. 13; 13
  b. 11; 11
  c. 10; 12
  d. 12; 10

Question 2

The nurse is teaching a group of 10- to 12-year-old children about physical development during the school-age years. Which statement made by a participant, indicates the correct understanding of the teaching?
 
  a. My body weight will be almost triple in the next few years.
  b. I will grow an average of 2 inches per year from this point on.
  c. There are not that many physical differences among school-age children.
  d. I will have a gradual increase in fat, which may contribute to a heavier appearance.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Puberty signals the beginning of the development of secondary sex characteristics. This begins earlier in girls than in boys. Usually a 2-year difference occurs in the age of onset. Girls and boys do not usually begin puberty at the same age. Girls generally begin puberty 2 years earlier than boys.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
In middle childhood, growth in height and weight occurs at a slower pace. Between the ages of 6 and 12 years, children grow 2 inches per year. In middle childhood, children's weight will almost double; they gain 3 kg/year. At the end of middle childhood, girls grow taller and gain more weight than boys. Children take on a slimmer look with longer legs in middle childhood.




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