The nurse is preparing a handout for female adolescents on the menstrual cycle. What phase of the cycle occurs if fertilization does not take place?
1. Menstrual
2. Proliferative
3. Secretory
4. Ischemic
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Rationale 1: The menstrual phase refers to cyclic uterine bleeding in response to hormonal changes.
Rationale 2: The proliferative phase refers to the buildup of the endometrium as blood supply and uterine size are increased.
Rationale 3: The secretory phase occurs after ovulation.
Rationale 4: The ischemic phase occurs if fertilization does not occur.
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