Which of the following statements is correct regarding the nurse's role relevant to the patient's sexuality in a long-term care setting?
a. Upon admission, the nurse tells the patient that sexual expression is not permitted on the unit.
b. The nurse reminds the patient that during periods of illness, sexual activity is prohibited.
c. The nurse politely reminds the patient that masturbation is not acceptable in a hospital setting.
d. The nurse makes proper arrangements for privacy for a resident's sexual expressions in a long-term care facility.
D
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A The patient's sexuality is not a topic approached when a patient is being admitted.
B Patients may wrongly believe that their condition prohibits sexual activity, or they may need some guidance to promote satisfactory sexual functioning.
C Effective communication about sexuality requires sensitivity and tact.
D In a long-term care setting, facilities should make proper arrangements for privacy for a resident's sexual expressions.
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