The nurse is obtaining a sexual history from an older male client. Which statement made by the client is most concerning to the nurse?
1. "I just don't want to have sex anymore."
2. "Sex is over much too quickly these days."
3. "My erections are not as firm anymore."
4. "I would like to be able to have sex more often."
1. "I just don't want to have sex anymore."
Explanation: 1. A report of a complete loss in sexual interest should be viewed with concern.
2. Difficulty anticipating or delaying ejaculation is a normal finding in an older male client.
3. Older men achieve erections that are less firm, but they are still capable of penetration.
4. The refractory period after orgasm is lengthened to several hours and is 24 hours in some cases.
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