An older widow who is a newly admitted resident of a long-term care facility develops a roman-tic relationship with a male resident
When the resident's daughter demands that the staff "put a stop to this sexual behavior right now," the nurse's response is based on the understanding that:
a. such activity in a long-term care facility is inappropriate.
b. older adults need to express love and in-timacy.
c. sexual desire is usually absent in older adults.
d. sexual activity can be dangerous for older adults with chronic illnesses.
ANS: B
The needs of older adults for love and intimacy remain the same regardless of whether the indi-viduals are institutionalized. Meeting the needs of the residents for sexuality and intimacy is as important as the need for food and hydration. Sexual desire is present in older adults. Sexual ac-tivity is not dangerous for older adults. Some accommodations for chronic conditions might be required.
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