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T3: Sexuality and Intimacy (CH. 16) Flashcards

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Sex is a ___ subject with many older adults.

A

controversial

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In the past there was very limited information on __.

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sexuality

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Replacement of estrogen and/or progestin hormone that is no longer being made by the body

A

hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

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The permanent cessation of menses for at least 1 year

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Menopause

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The several years prior to the onset of menopause

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Perimenopause

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Time beginning 12 months after the last menstrual cycle

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Postmenopause

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When the topic of sex and older adults is confronted, much ___ and ___ concerning sex reappear.

A

ignorance

prejudice

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One consequence of myths about sex in older adulthood is that older adults may not receive ___ as sexual beings.

A

respect

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9
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Myths, ignorance, ___, and prejudice are injustices

toward older adults.

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misconceptions

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10
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Subtle or blatant violations of respect to older adults’ __ __.
are common

A

sexual identity

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11
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Older adults are entitled to same dignity and respect as sexual beings that are afforded to persons to other ___.

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ages

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Stereotypical views toward sex in late life lead to safe sex issues being ___.

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ignored

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Menopause is an important __ in a woman’s life.

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transition

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Menopause:

  • More than a ___ experience
  • Awakening of __, __, and __.
  • Physical beauty of youth versus inner beauty of __.
A

physiological
body, mind, and spirit
age

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15
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Effective management of physical aspects lead to a positive passage rather than __ detour of symptoms.

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distressing

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16
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Symptoms related to estrogen loss and menopause:

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  • hot flashes
  • fatigue
  • new onset of migraines
  • heart palpitations
  • restless leg syndrome
  • vaginal dryness, itching
  • insomnia
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17
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The issues of risks and benefits for various women when they use hormone therapy have been ___ clear.

A

less

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18
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With hormone therapy, there was evidence that many women experienced higher __ risks.

A

heart

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Additional research findings suggested that women who started HRT within 10 years of menopause appeared to have a ___ risk of heart attack and breast cancer, whereas women who began taking hormones 10 or more years past menopause had a significantly ___ risk of heart problems.

A

lower

higher

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People who take estrogen alone have a __ risk than if estrogen and progestin are taken together.

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lower

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21
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___ play key roles in guiding women through changes with menopause.

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Nurses

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22
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Self acceptance helps women realize the significance of caring for and nurturing ___.

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self

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23
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With self-acceptance, impossible expectations and pretense can be __ __, unleashing more meaningful and creative aspects of later life.

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let go

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Self-acceptance can provide the security to broaden their perspectives and purposes and deepen their ___ with others and a higher power.

A

connections

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Testosterone levels decline in men
Andropause
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Does andropause occur in all men?
No
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Low testosterone levels in older men can result in what 4 things?
reduced muscle | mass, energy, strength, and stamina
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What are some changes that andropause can lead to?
Erectile dysfunction, breast enlargement, osteopenia, | osteoporosis, and shrinkage of testes
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One misconception about sex is that older adults are ___
not interested in nor capable of sex.
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Nurses ned to promote understanding of older adults’ ___.
sexuality
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Medical and nursing assessments lack inquiry of sexual history and ___.
activity
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Health professionals lack ___ in discussing sex with any age group.
experience
33
General pattern of sexual behavior remains ___ throughout life.
consistent
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Sexuality must be viewed in the context of individual’s __ __ experience.
total life
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Nurses need to recognize and respect sex-specific __ of older adults identity.
roles
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Sexuality encompasses more than just __ acts.
physical
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Intimacy include __, __, caring, and __.
love, warmth, and sharing
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Intimacy includes exchange of words and ___.
touch
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Intimacy can include feeling __ and __ by another person.
important | wanted
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Multiple __ have a significant effect on intimacy.
losses
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Regular sexual expression for both sexes is important in promoting sexual capacity and ___.
function
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Age-related changes do have impact on sexual ___.
function
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__, __, and __ variables have impact on older adults’ | ability to remain sexually active.
Physical, emotional, and social
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Comprehensive nursing assessment includes sexual __.
history
45
Sensitivity to sexual function and identity promotes ___.
wellness
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Lack of partner is particularly for ___.
women
47
By 65 years of age, there are how many men to women?
By 85 years?
- 7 men to 10 women
 | - 1 man to 5 women
48
Most older ___ are married, and most older ___ are widowed.
Men, women
49
Aging persons need realistic explanations that occasional impotence is ___ nor ___.
neither unusual nor an indication that one is “too old for sex.”
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Negative attitudes from society, fear of losing sexual abilities, concerns about body image, relationship issues, and misconceptions held by older adults themselves can impair __ __.
Sexual function
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Some adults fear over the potential loss of ___ ___ permanently.
Sexual function
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Commonly referred to as "impotence"
Erectile dysfunction
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Erectile dysfunction can have multiple causes, including:
atherosclerosis, diabetes, hypertension, multiple sclerosis, thyroid dysfunction, alcoholism, renal failure, structure abnormalities (e.g., Peyronie’s disease), medications, and psychological factors
54
Discomfort, interference with ejaculation
Prostatitis
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What type of prostatectomy: Used for prostate cancer. May remove whole prostate.
A SHORT CUT IS USED FOR SURGEON TO INSERT TOOLS.
Open- type
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Inappropriate behavior, such as undressing and masturbating in public areas and grabbing and making sexual comments to strangers, can occur. They may accuse his or her spouse of being a stranger improperly trying to share the bed and may misunderstand care procedures for sexual advances. What disease is this associated with
Dementia
57
disease is related to the following symptoms: Painful, dorsal bending of penis from fibrous scarring associated with inflammatory process.

Peyronie’s
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Andropause begins around the __ decade of life.
third
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Difference of andropause and menopause besides gender?
Andropause does not occur in all men and when it does occur, it is a slower process.
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When testosterone levels fall to low levels, the body increases the production of __ and __ in an effort to increase testosterone.
FSH and LH
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Menopause occurs for most women around the ___ decade of life.
Fifth
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__ occurs when estrogen levels fall and the reduced number of ovarian follicles lose their ability to respond to gonadotropic hormone stimulation.
Menopause
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When the ovaries decline in function, most estrogen is obtained through the conversion of __ to ___ in the skin and adipose tissue.
Androstenedione to estrone
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Before menopause, the main source of estrogen is __, which is produced by the ovaries
Estradiol
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ET (estrogen therapy) carries lower risk and can be used for approximately __ years.
7
66
Estrogen can also be used to prevent ____
Osteoporosis
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There is a tendency for men to marry ___ women.
younger
68
What are some psychological barriers for intimacy and the older adult?
- negative attitudes from society - fear of losing sexual abilities - concerns about body image - relationship issues - misconceptions by older adults
69
Nurses need to communicate and advocate for preserving sexual ___.
capabilities
70
Which disease most commonly causes erectile dysfunction in the older adult population?
Diabetes
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A chronic complication of diabetes is ___, which | can cause a decrease in innervation and thus erectile dysfunction.
neuropathy
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___ can affect potency, libido, orgasm, and ejaculation.
Medications
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Various ___ can affect sexual function.
medications
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The nurse should evaluate medications when new __ __ occurs.
sexual dysfunction
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Holding, caressing, and exchanging loving words as means for sexual ___.
satisfaction
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__ is beneficial for males.
masturbation

Fundamentals 2 Pt. 2 (26 decks)

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