A Recently Married Couple Is Trying to Conceive a Child

question 10

Multiple Choice

A recently married couple is trying to conceive a child.The husband is a collegiate athlete and his coach forbids sexual activity for 2 days prior to a game.The wife asks the nurse if abstinence before the game is necessary.What is the best response?

• A)As long as intercourse is not involved,there is no reason to avoid sexual activity.
• B)Some residual physical weakness is common for up to 18 hours after sex.
• C)This is a common myth among athletes,but there is no basis in fact.
• D)In fact,sexual activity before intense physical exercise increases stamina and endurance.