The nurse working in long-term care knows there are several barriers to sexual expression for older patients. Which of the following are barriers? (Select all that apply.)
a. Decreasing desire
b. Medication side effects
c. Disease processes
d. Social circumstances
e. Increased libido
A, B, C, D
Many barriers to sexual expression exist for the older patient including decreased desire (libido), side effects of medications, disease processes, and social circumstances.
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A) "This test will check the pattern of how your heart is beating." B) "They'll take a picture of your chest to look at the heart's size." C) "A special wand that picks up sound is used to check your heart." D) "Small patches are attached to your chest to check the heart rhythm."
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