When examining a 10-year-old girl, the nurse notices the onset of breast buds. the nurse can inform the girl’s mother that menstruation is likely to occur: ?

The nurse can inform the girl's mother that menstruation is likely to occur in about 2 to 2 ½ years. Breast development begins about 8 to 13 years of age; but generally this begins around age 9 or 10, but can typically happen earlier or later. This is called “breast budding.”  Menstruation occurs about 2 to 2 ½ years after breast development.

the glands which are associated with each description is given below:

pancreas - is an endocrine and exocrine gland that secretes juices with enzymes for digestion. salivary glands- with protection and digestion in the mouth. liver- secretes bile for digestion.   lachrymal glands - secrete tears to moisten eyes and protect them from particles and infection.   sweat gland -regulates water, salt, and temperature. oil glands - to form a protective barrier on the skin.   goblet cells - secrete mucus for protection.