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A nurse has taught a woman about the physical signs that accompany ovulation. Which statement by the patient indicates that teaching has been effective?
 
  A.
  I can still conceive for up to 48 hours after ovulation.
  B.
  My temperature will go down after ovulation.
  C.
  Thin, watery cervical mucus means I am no longer fertile.
  D.
  Sticky cervical mucus helps hold the sperm in place on the egg.
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ANS: A
The woman's basal body temperature increases 24 to 48 hours after ovulation, and it is still possible to become pregnant at this point. Thin, watery cervical mucus creates a pathway for sperm to readily swim through the cervix. Sticky cervical mucus does not aid in fertilization.
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