NSE 21A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 4: Sexually Transmitted Infection, Heterosexism, Nurse Practitioner
10 Feb 2016
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Sexual health, defined by the world health organization, is a state of physical, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality. maintain their sexual health later in life about sexual health during healthcare examinations with patients. Stereotype of an asexual older adult is prevalent but this is false and people can. Recent findings indicate that in the us, hiv/aids spreading rapidly amongst 50+ years age group: indicates need for safe sex education. Nurses miss opportunities for education, referrals for help, and meeting needs of older adults if they don"t inquire about sexual health: may believe that it"s unpleasant, embarrassing, or not appropriate. Providers are aware of side effects of meds and impacts on illnesses (i. e. joint replacement, diabetes, and cancer) prevalent in older adult population on sexual function and health. Research showed that older patients were afraid of what their hcp would think of: older women state they"d be willing to talk about it if the provider raised the them.
