Reviewing sexuality changes associated with aging is important because:
a. very few older women experience any type of sexual problems.
b. in older men, the penis does not become firm as quickly.
c. ejaculation remains the same throughout life.
d. ejaculation is quicker with aging.
B
Approximately 50% of older women experience some type of sexual problem such as low desire or vaginal dryness. In men, the penis does not become firm as quickly and is not as firm as it is at a younger age. Ejaculation takes longer to achieve and is shorter in duration, and the erection often diminishes more quickly.
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