The nurse is conducting a health history for a patient who presents with erectile dysfunction. Which question is most appropriate?

1) "Do you have sex with men, women, or both?"
2) "Which types of sexual activity do you participate in?"
3) "Do you have more than one partner?"
4) "Have you maintained an interest in sex?"


ANS: 4

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