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jho37

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on: Jun 25, 2018
An older adult client tells the nurse that he still has erections and wants to have sex with his wife, but she does not have the same interest as he does. What should the nurse do to assist this client?
 
  A) Explain that women lose interest in sex as part of the aging process.
  B) Suggest that he wait awhile and the urge to have sex will pass.
  C) Ask what he has been doing to fulfill himself sexually.
  D) Encourage the client to ask his wife to discuss the lack of interest with her healthcare provider.

Question 2

During a sexual history, a female client tells the nurse that because she is in a committed relationship, sexual relations are more satisfying and frequent. What should the nurse realize the client is describing?
 
  A) Emptiness
  B) A lack of intimacy
  C) The feeling of connectedness
  D) Disconnection


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owenfalvey

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

The nurse's role with this client is counseling for sexual dysfunction. The nurse should encourage the client to ask his wife to discuss the lack of interest with her healthcare provider as a starting point. The other choices are inappropriate and should not be provided to the client.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C

Fulfillment of sexuality depends on the ability to relate to a partner in an intimate and mutually pleasing manner that is compatible with one's values and chosen lifestyle. Lack of intimacy is related to satisfaction problems. If one has sex with a stranger, the body may function well, but there is often a sense of something missing after the sexual experience. Making love to one person while feeling more attracted to or in love with another person can result in feelings of emptiness or disconnection. Even couples in a committed relationship may complain of lack of intimacy. Dissatisfaction issues include lack of romance, love, tenderness, and nurturance.


jho37

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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