A Nurse Practitioner Is Using the PLISSIT Model to Guide

question 3

Multiple Choice

A nurse practitioner is using the PLISSIT model to guide a discussion of sexuality with an older patient in the geriatric clinic. Which of the following are congruent with the PLISSIT model? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "What concerns or questions do you have about fulfilling your sexual needs?"
• B) "Let me tell you about the impact of your cardiac disease on sexual activity."
• C) "I have a few suggestions on lubricants that might make intercourse more comfortable for you."
• D) "Most older adults are not comfortable talking about sexuality, but it is important to do so."
• E) "It is not unusual to have difficulty performing sexually as you age."

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