Author Question: What constraints may prevent an older widow from engaging in sexual activity? (Select all that ... (Read 61 times)

robinn137 · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

What constraints may prevent an older widow from engaging in sexual activity? (Select all that apply.)

a. Older women outnumber older adult men by 4:1.
b. There is an expectation that men should initiate contact.
c. Display of sexual interest is considered improper.
d. Older women do not desire sexual expression.
e. Older women associate sexual activity with marriage.

Question 2

The nurse is conducting an admission assessment with an older adult. What can affect sexual function? (Select all that apply.)

a. Increasing age
b. Grief
c. Illness
d. Religion
e. Physical changes

Alyson.hiatt@yahoo.com · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, C, E
Older women do retain a sexual appetite.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, E
Religion does not affect sexual function. All other options can affect the individual physically and result in sexual dysfunction.