The nurse teaching a high school class explains that during the menstrual cycle, the endometrial glands begin to enlarge under the influence of estrogen and cervical mucosal changes occur; the changes peak at ovulation. In which phase of the menstrual cycle does this occur?
A) Menstrual
B) Proliferative
C) Secretory
D) Ischemic

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The proliferative phase of the menstrual cycle is characterized by the rebuilding of the endometrial lining under the influence of estrogen. This phase occurs after menstruation and before ovulation, during which the endometrial glands enlarge and cervical mucosal changes peak, facilitating fertilization.

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