Which of the following measures should the nurse recommend be included in the patient's plan of care for an older adult who has a nursing diagnosis of ineffective sexual patterns?
a. Play favorite music.
b. Provide pain medication.
c. Provide a soft mattress.
d. Schedule private time.
ANS: D
Sexuality is one of the basic physiological needs identified in Maslow's hierarchy for all individuals regardless of age. Privacy is a common problem in health-care settings, so provide scheduled private time for sexual expression.
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