A. Thelarche, Pubarche, Menarche
B. Pubarche, Menarche, Thelarche
C. Menarche, Pubarche, Thelarche
D. Thelarche, Menarche, Pubarche
Correct Answer: A. Thelarche, Pubarche, Menarche
Explanation:
The sequence of pubertal development in girls typically follows a well-defined order. The main events to consider are:
- Thelarche – the appearance of breast buds. This is usually the first sign of puberty, around ages 8–13.
- Pubarche – the appearance of pubic and axillary hair. This generally occurs after thelarche, around ages 9–14.
- Menarche – the onset of menstruation. This usually occurs last, about 2–3 years after thelarche, around ages 11–15.
So, the correct sequence is:
Thelarche → Pubarche → Menarche ✅
Other Options Options
Sure! Let’s carefully break down each option. These terms relate to the stages of female puberty:
- Thelarche – This is the onset of breast development, usually the first visible sign of puberty in girls, occurring around ages 8–13.
- Pubarche – This refers to the appearance of pubic and axillary (underarm) hair, usually occurring slightly after thelarche.
- Menarche – This is the first menstrual period, typically occurring about 2–3 years after thelarche.
Now, the options:
A. Thelarche, Pubarche, Menarche ✅
- Correct chronological order in most girls: first breast development, then pubic/axillary hair, then first menstruation.
B. Pubarche, Menarche, Thelarche ❌
- Incorrect sequence. Pubic hair usually appears after breast buds, not before.
C. Menarche, Pubarche, Thelarche ❌
- Incorrect sequence. Menstruation does not occur before breast development or pubic hair.
D. Thelarche, Menarche, Pubarche ❌
- Incorrect. Pubic/axillary hair appears before menarche, not after.
So, the typical correct order is Thelarche → Pubarche → Menarche (Option A).
If you want, I can also make a quick visual timeline of female puberty stages—it makes remembering the order much easier. Do you want me to do that?
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Writer: Vandita Singh, Lucknow (GS India Nursing Group