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ss2343 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

An older widow who is a newly admitted resident of a long-term care facility develops a roman-tic relationship with a male resident.

When the resident's daughter demands that the staff put a stop to this sexual behavior right now, the nurse's response is based on the understanding that:
a. such activity in a long-term care facility is inappropriate.
b. older adults need to express love and in-timacy.
c. sexual desire is usually absent in older adults.
d. sexual activity can be dangerous for older adults with chronic illnesses.

Question 2

Which intervention has priority before touching a client's consent zone?

a. Draping the area to minimize exposure
b. Having another nurse present
c. Explaining why the area will be touched while asking permission
d. Assuring the client that the touch is abso-lutely necessary

jaygar71 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The needs of older adults for love and intimacy remain the same regardless of whether the indi-viduals are institutionalized. Meeting the needs of the residents for sexuality and intimacy is as important as the need for food and hydration. Sexual desire is present in older adults. Sexual ac-tivity is not dangerous for older adults. Some accommodations for chronic conditions might be required.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The consent zone requires the nurse to seek out or ask permission to touch or initiate procedures to these areas. The touch should not occur unless it is absolutely necessary. Draping is appropriate but doesn't occur until permission is granted. Having another nurse present is not always neces-sary unless the touch is by a male nurse upon a female client.