Sexuality Flashcards
1
Q
How do you define sexual health?
A
Physical, emotional, spiritual, social expression in ways that are positively enriching
2
Q
What are some health states that affect sexuality?
A
Chronic pain Diabetes mellitus Cardiovascular disease Diseases of the joints and mobility Surgery and body image Spinal cord injuries Mental illness Medications
3
Q
Upon admission, when gathering a patient’s sexual history, nurses should:
A
d. include questions related to sexual function.
4
Q
Explain the better model of sexual health assessment.
A
Bring up the Topic
Explain that you are concerned about the pt as a whole
Tell pts sexual dysfunction can happen and can be addressed
Timing is important
Educate pts about treatments and meds
Record your assessments
