The Nurse Is Conducting a Health History with an Older

question 37

Multiple Choice

The nurse is conducting a health history with an older client with arthritis and heart disease.When gathering the sexual history for this client,what should the nurse ask?

• A)"Do you have any difficulty with sexual desire and orgasm?"
• B)"How often do you have sexual relations?"
• C)"What type of contraception do you use?"
• D)"Have there been any changes in your sexual functioning that might be related to your illness or the medications you take?"

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Definitions:

Assess Factors

The process of evaluating or identifying various elements or conditions that contribute to a specific situation or outcome.

Cross-Cultural Interaction

The process by which people from different cultural backgrounds communicate and engage with one another, often leading to increased understanding and diversity.

Family Patterns

The behaviors, values, and expectations that are passed down within a family, influencing the dynamics and relationships among family members.

Individual Characteristics

Traits or features that distinguish one person from another, including physical, psychological, and behavioral attributes.