Question

a growth chart is used in monitoring the growth and development of a child. the star on the chart represents a girl who is at the doctor for a routine check - up. judging by the location of the star, should the doctor conduct tests to examine her pituitary gland? yes no

Explanation:

The pituitary gland regulates growth (via growth hormone). The star on the growth chart (stature - for - age, girls 2 - 20) is above the upper percentile curves, indicating excessive height growth, a sign of possible pituitary overactivity (like gigantism - related to excess growth hormone from pituitary). So tests for the pituitary gland are warranted.

Answer:

yes