Nurses who are uncomfortable discussing topics such as sexual behavior or sexual orientation are likely to avoid assessing risk behaviors with clients. What can be the result?
1. The nurse may be ineffective in identifying risks and assisting in risky behaviors.
2. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) will not be diagnosed.
3. Clients will be reluctant to return to care providers.
4. The nurse will be violating the laws in most states.
ANS: 1
It is important that nurses are able to discuss these topics to help prevent and control STDs.
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