The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a…
The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is examining a 15-year-old female who is curious if she will continue to grow taller. What is the best response by the nurse practitioner? Growth for females continues to occur until 18 years of age. Linear growth is usually complete by age 15. Growth trajectory is largely dependent on parental height. Growth may continue to occur based on physical activity and consumption of healthy foods.