To obtain data about an adult client's sexuality and reproductive pattern, the nurse should ask the client:
A) How often do you have sexual intercourse??
B) What arouses you when you have intercourse??
C) How many children do you have, both living and dead??
D) Has anything changed your sexual performance??
Ans: D
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The sexual assessment is not meant to illuminate nonexistent problems. Rather, the client is, in effect, given permission and encouragement to present sexually related questions.
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