After Teaching a Male Client with a Spinal Cord Injury

question 20

Multiple Choice

After teaching a male client with a spinal cord injury at the T4 level,the nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which client statements indicate a correct understanding of the teaching related to sexual effects of this injury? (Select all that apply.)

• A) "I will explore other ways besides intercourse to please my partner."
• B) "I will not be able to have an erection because of my injury."
• C) "Ejaculation may not be as predictable as before."
• D) "I may urinate with ejaculation but this will not cause infection."
• E) "I should be able to have an erection with stimulation."

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