The nurse is assessing an older male patient. Which finding indicates the need for further investigation?
1. The absence of libido
2. Orgasms of reduced intensity
3. Difficulty delaying ejaculation
4. An erection that is less firm than in earlier years
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Rationale: Although the libido of a man may diminish with aging, the loss of sexual drive should be viewed with concern.
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