A client developed retrograde ejaculation after prostate surgery. In responding to the client's questions regarding this complication, the nurse would be aware that
a. the client will not be able to experience orgasm.
b. the problem can be repaired surgically.
c. this condition is a risk of surgery.
d. this condition is usually temporary.
C
Complications of prostate surgery include sexual dysfunction, such as erectile dysfunction, re-trograde ejaculation, and infertility.
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The nurse is caring for a male patient whose wife is visiting. The patient has gone to radiology for an x-ray film. The wife says to the nurse, "I'm going to take some of my husband's sildenafil (Viagra)
Since it helped him so much, I think it will help me, too." What is the nurse's most ap-propriate response? a. "This drug has proven harmful for women. You should not take it." b. "Studies show that this drug does not help women with sexual arousal." c. "I encourage you to try it. Some women have benefited significantly from it." d. "Women should use more natural approaches to improve their sexual arousal."
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1. allows for sexual expression. 2. gives priority to the well-being of another over one's own. 3. guarantees a suitable setting for the selection of a mate. 4. requires exclusion of all others.
The main neurotransmitter that stimulates peristalsis is:
A) Epinephrine. B) Norepinephrine. C) Dopamine. D) Acetylcholine.