A female patient reports her menstrual cycle consistently occurs every 32 days. What day of her cycle can the woman anticipate ovulation?
a. 14
b. 16
c. 18
d. 20
ANS: C
Ovulation occurs when a mature ovum is released from the follicle about 14 days before the onset of the next menstrual period.
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