A nurse who provides care in a nursing home occasionally encounters colleagues' prejudices and misperceptions around the sexual wellness of residents. Which of the following statements reflects an appropriate view of sexual health in older adults?
A) "I think it's just so cute when residents think that they're dating each other."
B) "We need to make sure that residents get the teaching they need before we allow a sexual relationship."
C) "Older adults need companionship and comfort much more than they need sex."
D) "Let's do all we can to facilitate competent residents' sexual relationships."
Ans: D
Among competent older adults, autonomy around sexual relationships should be protected and fostered. It is untrue that older adults have little need for sex and it is inappropriate for a nurse to prohibit a relationship pending education. Referring to older adults' relationships as "cute" is patronizing and inappropriate.
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