The horrified CNA runs to the nursing station and says, Do you ...

[sam.t96]

The horrified CNA runs to the nursing station and says, Do you know what Mr. and Mrs. Smith are doing? They're having sex right there in room 210 What would be the best response of the nurse?
 
  a. Knock discreetly on the door and enter the room.
  b. Call the charge nurse to report inappropriate sexual activity.
  c. Request an order from the physician to allow intercourse.
  d. Give the CNA a Do Not Disturb sign to put on the door of room 210.

Question 2

A cognitively impaired man is openly masturbating in the dayroom of a long-term care facility. What is the most appropriate statement by the nurse?
 
  a. This is inappropriate behavior in public areas.
  b. Oh my God Don't you know that will make you go blind?
  c. I think you may need some privacy and take him to his room.
  d. Here's a blanket for your legs and cover his lap with it.

[wfdfwc23]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Privacy should be protected for appropriate sexual expression. Orders and notifying the charge nurse are not necessary, but recording the event in the nursing notes as a conjugal visit is suggested.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
A person who is masturbating in public should be taken to his room for privacy.

[sam.t96]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[dyrone]

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