An Essential Component of Counseling Women Regarding Safe Sex Practices

question 41

Multiple Choice

An essential component of counseling women regarding safe sex practices includes discussion regarding avoiding the exchange of body fluids.The physical barrier promoted for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections and human immunodeficiency virus is the condom.Nurses can help motivate patients to use condoms by initiating a discussion related to a number of aspects of condom use.The most important of these is:

• A) strategies to enhance condom use.
• B) choice of colors and special features.
• C) leaving the decision up to the male partner.
• D) places to carry condoms safely.

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Definitions:

PLISSIT Model

A framework used in healthcare to guide discussions about sexuality and sexual health interventions.

Sexual Orientation

Sexual Orientation pertains to an individual's pattern of emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others, often described with terms like heterosexual, homosexual, bisexual, etc.

Sexual Arousal

The physiological and psychological state of being stimulated or excited sexually, which can involve a range of physical responses.

Excitement

An emotional state of high energy and enthusiasm, often anticipating something eagerly or experiencing something stimulating.