12 Week 12 Basic Need Sexuality Flashcards
What does PLISSIT stand for
Permission, limited information, specific suggestions, intensive therapy
Used by the RN to help patients with altered sexual function
Involves for Progressive levels and at each level of the RN provides guidance and information about sex and sexuality to the patient
Define sexuality
A function of the total personality concerned with the biological, psychological, sociological, spiritual and cultural variable of life
Define sexual health
A state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality, it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction, or infirmity
- people who are sexually healthy have a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships
- they have a potential for pleasurable and save sexual experiences that are free of coercion, discrimination, and violence
Describe the characteristics of sexual development throughout the life cycle, infancy and early childhood
1) gender identity occurs within the first 3 years
2) child identifies with the parent of the same sex and develops complementary relationship with the parent of the opposite sex
3) become aware of differences between the sexes
4) begin to perceive that they are either male or female
5) interpret the behaviors of others as Behavior appropriate for a female or male
6) preschool age children are interested in their own and others body parts
7) learn the correct name for body parts
Describe the characteristics of sexual development throughout the life cycle, school-age years
1) parents, Educators, and peer group service or role models and teachers about how men and women act with and relate to one another
2) may have explicit concerned / questions regarding the physical and emotional aspects of sex and reproduction
3) strong identification with same-sex parent
4) desire privacy
5) need to know what to expect as they approach puberty
Describe characteristics of sexual development throughout the life cycle puberty and Adolescence
1) need accurate information on topics such as body changes, sexual activity, emotional responses with intimate sexual relationship, STIs, contraception, pregnancy
2) individuals explore their primary sexual orientation
3) menstruation begins
4) strong. Influences / pressure
Describe the characteristics of sexual development throughout the life cycle young adult
1) have matured physically and continue to explore mature emotionally in relationships
2) exploring to find emotions, intimacy, communication, and sexuality in relationships
3) learn techniques that are sexually satisfying to South and partner
4) can you 10 you to require support and education
Describe the characteristics of sexual development throughout the life-cycle middle adulthood
1) changing physical appearance made which concerns about sexual attractiveness
2) physical changes related to aging affect sexual functioning
3) male and female hormonal changes
Describe the characteristics of sexual development throughout the life cycle older adults
1) factors that determine sexual activity in older adults include present health status, medications, past and present life satisfaction, status of marital or intimate relationships
2) physical changes
3) interest in sexual activity continues
4) concerns about privacy depending on their living circumstances
Statehouse self-concept and image relate to an individual’s sexuality
1) sexual self concept is influenced by
- how 1 value self as sexual being
- able to contribute to a relationship
- how are whom they choose to have sex with
- the gender or type of person that wanted attracted to
State how body image relate to an individual’s sexuality
1) central part of one’s self-concept in sexual self concept
2) continuously changes
3) how one perceives their body
4) life events alter the physical and our image
Identify characteristics of sexually healthy people
1) knowledgeable about sexuality and sexual behavior
2) able to express full of sexual potential
3) able to make autonomous decisions about their sexual life
4) experience sexual pleasure
5) capable of sexual expression through Communications, touch, emotions, and love
6) able to access sexual health care for prevention and treatment of all sexual concerns, problems, and disorders
7) able to make free reproductive choices
Identify factors influencing an individual’s sexuality
1) culture
2) religious values
3) personal expectations and ethics
4) family
5) medication / illness / disease
Identify essential data to be collected during a nursing history when assessing a patient sexual health status
1) are you currently sexually active? Are you in need of birth control?
2) are you unhappy with anything concerning your sexual functioning?
3) are you experiencing any sexual difficulties? Any pain?
4) has your sexual activity negatively impacted you? Your partner?
5) do you have any concerns about STDs, pregnancy, HIV, or infertility?
6) have you noticed any discharge, lumps, or changes in size or shape of your genital organ?
7) what medications do you take? Have medications changed how you feel sexually?
8) do you have any chronic medical illness? When was your last physical exam?
Define nursing diagnosis sexual pattern, ineffective
Expressions of concern regarding own sexuality
