The parents of a school-age male client voice concerns about the seemingly advanced level of sexual maturity of their son. The examination reveals the child has thick pubic hair and enlarged genitalia. Based on this data, which intervention does the nurse anticipate for this client?

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The thick pubic hair and enlarged genitalia of the client suggest the onset of puberty, but the concern of the parents regarding the advanced level of sexual maturity of the child warrants referral to an endocrinologist. The endocrinologist can assess if the child has precocious puberty, a condition in which puberty starts too early, and recommend appropriate interventions. Options A and D are not applicable to this situation, and option B may not provide timely intervention if there is indeed precocious puberty.

The Parents of a School-Age Male Client Voice Concerns About