The nurse is discussing various sexual issues with a group of military personnel who have experi-enced spinal cord injuries. Which of the following statements best addresses the issue of alterna-tive methods of personal sexual gratification?
1. "People do whatever works best for them and their partner."
2. "You don't need anyone else to approve how you engage in sex."
3. "Sex practices are private and need only to be discussed with your sexual part-ner."
4. "Any form of stimulation that is mutually agreed upon and satisfying is accepta-ble sexual practice."
ANS: 4
As sexually active adults develop intimate relationships, they learn techniques of stimulation that are satisfying to both themselves and their sexual partners. Some adults need permission or af-firmation that alternative ways of sexual expression other than penile-vaginal intercourse are normal. While the other options prove acceptance, they are not as sensitive in their wording or address the issue as completely.
You might also like to view...
When admitting an elderly patient, your assessment reveals loss of peripheral vision and a decline in visual acuity. The patient needs to be evaluated further for
A) glaucoma. B) cataracts. C) diabetic retinopathy. D) senile macular degeneration.
The purpose of antibiotic therapy in treating stomach disorders is that it
a. eradicates H. pylori. b. inhibits gastric acid secretion. c. protects the gastric mucosa. d. neutralizes or reduces the acidity of stomach contents.
The mother of a 7-year-old child is concerned that the child will develop Reye syndrome since a family member gave the child aspirin for a headache. What should the nurse respond to the mother?
A) "This might or might not be a problem. Watch for signs of lethargy, unusual irritability, confusion, or vomiting. If you notice any of these, bring the child to the emergency room immediately so an assessment for Reye syndrome can be made." B) "This is a serious problem. Aspirin is likely to cause Reye syndrome, and the child should be admitted to the hospital for observation as a precaution." C) "This is unlikely to be a problem. Half an aspirin is not enough to cause harm. Reye syndrome generally only develops from prolonged use of aspirin in connection with a virus." D) "This might or might not be a problem. Watch the child for signs of nasal discharge, sneezing, itching of the nose, or dark circles under the eyes. If you notice any of these, bring the child to the emergency room to be assessed for Reye syndrome."
________ is an inflammation of the joints that starts when there is an excess of uric acid in the bloodstream.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).