The nurse is working with a patient who has a sexual dysfunction. What statement by the patient indicates progress toward an important goal?
a. "I am beginning to enjoy sex more these days."
b. "I'm glad my partner is understanding of the lack of sex."
c. "I wish I didn't need these pills but I know they are important."
d. "I hope one day to have a sexual partner again."
ANS: A
According to NANDA, sexual dysfunction occurs when a person has a change in sexual function that the person finds "unsatisfying, unrewarding, or inadequate." To show that a goal has been met, the patient would state that sexual activity is more satisfying, rewarding, or adequate. The patient stating that he/she is beginning to enjoy sex more shows progress toward that goal.
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