Author Question: Discussing sexuality and sexual function with an older person a. Is unnecessary because of the ... (Read 54 times)

newyorker26

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 536
Discussing sexuality and sexual function with an older person
 
  a. Is unnecessary because of the loss of sexual function with aging
  b. Is the responsibility of the physician or registered nurse
  c. Is very embarrassing for the older adult, so the discussion should be avoided unless the patient specifically asks questions
  d. Is best approached by asking the older adult if he or she has any questions regarding sexuality or sexual function

Question 2

Adequate levels of the mineral iron are necessary for oxygen distribution throughout the body.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false



brittrenee

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 321
Answer to Question 1

D
Often it is awkward to approach the topic of sexuality and sexual function with any patient. Asking an older adult if he or she has any questions or problems is probably the best strategy for introducing the topic. Response A is incorrect and ageist. Responses B and C are inappropriate. It is within the scope of practice of the licensed practical nurse to ask questions regarding sexuality. The potential for embarrassment requires that the nurse initiate the discussion in a sensitive and caring manner. Avoiding the discussion of sexuality and sexual function is inappropriate.

Answer to Question 2

T
Oxygen is carried throughout the body by hemoglobin, a complex of heme and oxygen in red blood cells. If the red blood cell count is reduced, and with it the amount of hemoglobin, oxygen distribution throughout the body is reduced, and this can result in many problems.



Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
 

Did you know?

Although not all of the following muscle groups are commonly used, intramuscular injections may be given into the abdominals, biceps, calves, deltoids, gluteals, laterals, pectorals, quadriceps, trapezoids, and triceps.

Did you know?

Throughout history, plants containing cardiac steroids have been used as heart drugs and as poisons (e.g., in arrows used in combat), emetics, and diuretics.

Did you know?

For about 100 years, scientists thought that peptic ulcers were caused by stress, spicy food, and alcohol. Later, researchers added stomach acid to the list of causes and began treating ulcers with antacids. Now it is known that peptic ulcers are predominantly caused by Helicobacter pylori, a spiral-shaped bacterium that normally exist in the stomach.

Did you know?

Serum cholesterol testing in adults is recommended every 1 to 5 years. People with diabetes and a family history of high cholesterol should be tested even more frequently.

Did you know?

According to the Migraine Research Foundation, migraines are the third most prevalent illness in the world. Women are most affected (18%), followed by children of both sexes (10%), and men (6%).

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library