Tanner Stages of Puberty Quiz

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At which Tanner stage do boys first begin to show visible signs of puberty?

  • Stage 4
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 2 (correct)
  • Stage 3

What significant change occurs in boys during Stage 4 of Tanner staging?

  • Testes are at their prepubertal size
  • Initial breast development occurs
  • Pubic hair becomes sparse
  • Voice deepens (correct)

In Stage 3 of Tanner stages, what is the change observed in girls?

  • Pubic hair reaches adult pattern
  • Menstruation is established
  • Breasts become more rounded (correct)
  • Breasts become fully developed

Which statement accurately describes the external genitalia in Stage 1 for both boys and girls?

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What is characteristic of Stage 5 in Tanner stages for boys?

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During which Tanner stage do girls experience small amounts of pubic hair for the first time?

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What differentiates the pubic hair in Stage 4 compared to previous Tanner stages for boys?

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Which developmental change is notable in girls during Stage 4 of Tanner stages?

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What indicates Tanner Stage 3 in boys regarding penile development?

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What change is observed in boys during Stage 2 of Tanner stages?

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In which Tanner stage do girls' breast buds first appear?

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What is a characteristic change in boys during Stage 3 of Tanner staging?

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What defines the pubic hair characteristics in Stage 4 for girls?

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How is the genitalia of boys characterized in Stage 5 of Tanner stages?

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What happens to girls' breast development by Stage 5 of Tanner stages?

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What is observed in boys' pubic hair during Stage 4 of Tanner stages?

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What significant change occurs in boys during Stage 2 concerning the scrotum?

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What distinguishes the onset of menstruation in girls during Tanner stages?

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Flashcards

Tanner Stage 1

Prepubertal stage; no visible signs of puberty in boys or girls. No pubic hair or breast development.

Tanner Stage 2

Early puberty; testes enlarge and scrotum changes. Light pubic hair appears in boys, breast buds and pubic hair in girls.

Tanner Stage 3

Middle puberty. Testes and scrotum continue to grow. Darker, coarser pubic hair in boys. Breast development continues, pubic hair thickens in girls.

Tanner Stage 4

Late puberty; genital size increases (boys). Voice deepens. Underarm and facial hair appear (boys). Breasts near full development (girls).

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Tanner Stage 5

Full maturity. Genitalia are adult size. Full pubic hair, facial hair (boys). Full breast development and menstruation (girls).

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Puberty

The period of physical changes that lead to sexual maturity.

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Boys: Tanner Stage 2

Testes enlarge, scrotum thins & reddens, sparse/light pubic hair around penis.

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Girls: Tanner Stage 3

Breast development continues/rounder, pubic hair thickens and becomes coarser.

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Full maturity

The final stage of puberty in which all the physical changes are complete.

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Stage 1: Prepubertal

The first stage of puberty, characterized by no visible signs of puberty in either boys or girls.

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Stage 2: Early Puberty

The second stage of puberty, where the first signs of physical changes appear. In boys, testes enlarge and pubic hair appears. In girls, breast buds and pubic hair develop.

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Stage 3: Middle Puberty

The third stage of puberty, where development continues, progressing towards adulthood. Boys experience continued growth in testes, scrotum, and penis. Girls experience breast development and thicker pubic hair.

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Stage 4: Late Puberty

The fourth stage of puberty, where development nears completion. Boys experience near adult size genitalia, deepening voice, and facial hair growth. Girls experience almost fully developed breasts and pubic hair.

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Stage 5: Full Maturity

The final stage of puberty, where all physical changes are complete. Genitalia are adult size and shape, pubic hair reaches adult distribution, and full sexual maturity is achieved.

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What is the difference between Tanner Stages 2 and 3?

Tanner Stage 2 is the beginning of puberty with first signs of physical changes. Stage 3 sees more development towards adulthood.

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What is the significance of Tanner Stage 5?

This stage marks the completion of puberty, with full adult physical maturity reached.

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Study Notes

Tanner Stages of Puberty

  • Puberty is a series of physical changes marking the transition from childhood to adulthood. Tanner stages describe the sequence and progression of these changes.

Stage 1: Prepubertal (Childhood)

  • Boys: No visible signs of puberty. Testes and scrotum remain preadolescent in size, and no pubic hair is present.
  • Girls: No breast development, no pubic hair. External genitalia are not developed beyond prepubertal form.

Stage 2: Early Puberty

  • Boys: Testes begin to enlarge, scrotum thickens and reddens. Sparse, light-colored pubic hair appears around the base of the penis.
  • Girls: Breast buds (small elevations of breast tissue) appear. A small amount of pubic hair develops. Areola (the area surrounding the nipple) enlarges and darkens.

Stage 3: Middle Puberty

  • Boys: Testes and scrotum continue enlarging. Pubic hair becomes darker and coarser. Penis lengthens.
  • Girls: Breast development advances, breasts become more rounded. Pubic hair thickens and becomes coarser.

Stage 4: Late Puberty

  • Boys: Penis increases in both length and girth. Pubic hair becomes more adult in texture and distribution. Voice deepens, axillary (underarm) and facial hair begins to appear.
  • Girls: Breasts are fully developed, though not yet fully adult shape. Pubic hair reaches an adult pattern, yet not fully spread out across the pubic area.

Stage 5: Full Maturity

  • Boys: Genitalia has reached adult size and shape. Pubic hair extends to the inner thighs and has full adult distribution. Facial hair may be fully developed.
  • Girls: Breasts are fully developed in adult shape. Pubic hair is adult in texture and distribution. Menstruation is established.

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