The vascularity of the uterus increases and the endometrium becomes prepared for a fertilized ovum in which phase of the menstrual cycle?
1. Menstrual
2. Proliferative
3. Secretory
4. Ischemic
2
Rationale:
1. The menstrual phase refers to the cyclic uterine bleeding in response to hormonal changes.
2. The proliferative phase refers to the buildup of the endometrium as blood supply and uterine size are increased.
3. The secretory phase occurs after ovulation.
4. The ischemic phase occurs if fertilization does not occur.
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