The nurse is preparing an educational session on the sexual response cycle. What should be included when discussing the physiological changes in females during the excitement phase?

1. The vagina dries.
2. The length of the vagina narrows and swells.
3. Erection of the clitoris.
4. The breasts enlarge.
5. The uterus elevates.


Correct Answer: 3,4,5
Rationale 1: During the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle in females, there is vaginal lubrication.
Rationale 2: During the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle in females, the inner two-thirds of the vagina widens and lengthens, and the outer third swells and narrows.
Rationale 3: Physiological changes in females during the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle include erection of the clitoris.
Rationale 4: Physiological changes in females during the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle include enlargement of breasts.
Rationale 5: Physiological changes in females during the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle include elevation of the uterus.

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