The nurse working with an infertile couple has made the following diagnosis: Sexual Dysfunction related to decreased libido. Which assessment is most likely the reason for this diagnosis?

1. The couple have established a set schedule for having sexual intercourse.
2. The couple have been married for more than 10 years.
3. The couple live with his parents.
4. The couple have close friends who gave birth to a baby within the last year.


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Rationale 1: This will often lead to sex that is not satisfying.
Rationale 2: Years of marriage do not have anything to do directly with decreased libido.
Rationale 3: Living with his parents does not necessarily have anything to do with decreased libido.
Rationale 4: It is sometimes hard to see others have babies, but this should not contribute to decreased libido.

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