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?

Explanation:

The pituitary gland secretes growth hormone. If a child's height is significantly above the normal range (as indicated by the star being above the typical percentile curves on the growth chart), it could suggest an over - secretion of growth hormone. This over - secretion might be due to a problem with the pituitary gland (such as a tumor that causes excessive growth hormone production).

Answer:

Yes, the doctor should conduct tests to examine her pituitary gland.