ch 33 - intimacy and sexuality Flashcards
zone of touch: least sensitive or embarrassing
-includes hands, arms, shoulders, back
social zone
zone of touch: must ask permission to initiate procedures
-includes mouth, wrists, feet
consent zone
zone of touch: highly sexually charged
-includes face, neck, front of body
vulnerable zone
zone of touch: most highly protected
-includes genitalia
intimate zone
5 major relational areas of intimacy
- commitment
- affective intimacy
- cognitive intimacy
- physical intimacy
- interdependence
The sum of cultural factors that influence thoughts and actions related to interpersonal relationships, as well
as sexuality related to ideas and learned behavior
sexuality social sphere
Reflects attitudes, feelings toward self and others, and learning from experiences
psychological domain of sexuality
Reflected in physiological responses to
sexual stimulation, reproduction,
puberty, and growth and development
biological sexuality
most prevalent sexual problem in older men
erectile dysfunction
Inability to achieve or sustain an erection sufficient
for satisfactory sexual intercourse in at least 50%
of attempts
erectile dysfunction
meds for ED (3)
- sildenafil (viagra)
- vardenafil (levitra)
- tadalafil (cialis)
contraindications for ED meds (4)
- nitrate therapy
- HF with low bp
- certain HTN regimens
- CV conditions
2 changes with older women that can affect sexual activity
- postmenopausal changes (lower estrogen)
- UI
problems/effects caused by arthritis on sexual function
- pain, fatigue, limited ROM
- steroid therapy may decrease desire
interventions for improving sexual activity in pts with chronic arthritis
- schedule for time of day when less fatigued
- suggest pain meds
- relaxation techniques before activity
- maintain optimal health (exercise and diet)