Week 10: Sex, gender and sexuality Flashcards
1
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what is sexuality?
A
A central aspect of being human that is present throughout life and encompasses sex, gender identity, sexual orientation
2
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what is sexual health?
A
A state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being related to sexuality and is characterized by a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships
3
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what is sexual orientation?
A
direction of one’s sexual interest or attraction
4
Q
what is gender identity?
A
person’s internal and individual experience of gender
5
Q
some examples of nursing diagnoses?
A
anxiety, sexual dysfunction, social isolation, ineffective sexuality patterns, deficient knowledge, interrupted family processes, risk for self-directed violence
