There is disagreement among the nursing unit staff regarding how much sexual history should be included in adult admission history and physicals. What standard is generally the most applicable?
A)
A complete sexual history must be included in the admission history and physicals.
B)
The amount of sexual information taken will vary on a case-by- case basis.
C)
Sexual assessment should be done by the physician and not repeated by the nurse.
D)
Sexual information should be pursued only if the client's chief complaint indicates possible sexual dysfunction.
B
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