A 14-Year-Old Boy Has Experienced a Pronounced Growth Spurt Over

Multiple Choice

A 14-year-old boy has experienced a pronounced growth spurt over the last several months. While discussing this with his parents, the nurse educates what normal male growth patterns contain. Of the following, which are accurate statements to relay to the parents? Select all that apply.

A) Most males will complete their growth spurt by age 16.
B) It is not usual for their son to gain up to 30 kg in weight.
C) With parathyroid hormone involvement, your son may be at risk for fractures.
D) Expect the thorax to become broader and for the pelvis to remain narrow.
E) Some children have stunted growth in their arms or legs.