Which statement made by a nurse reflects a lack of understanding regarding sexual intimacy and the older adult patient?
a. "Older adults express less interest in inti-macy as both acute and chronic illnesses develop."
b. "Sexual expression is considered an en-hancement to the quality of the older adult's life."
c. "Expressing sexual needs may be difficult or impossible for some older adults."
d. "Interest in physical contact tends to pers-ist throughout life for both genders."
A
Although the need to express interest in sexuality continues among older adults, they face several barriers to sexual expression, including problems arising from low desire, aging, disease, and medications; societal beliefs; and changes in social circumstances. Sexuality remains important as people age and develop chronic and acute illnesses.
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