Asked by Maria Magana on Jul 26, 2024
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Nocturnal erections in late adulthood _______.
A) increase in frequency
B) indicate an abnormal enlargement of the prostate gland
C) disappear as part of the normal aging process
D) diminish in intensity and duration
Nocturnal Erections
The phenomenon where a male experiences an erection naturally during sleep, often during the REM cycle.
Prostate Gland
A gland in the male reproductive system that produces and secretes some of the fluid found in semen, situated below the bladder and surrounding the urethra.
- Grasp how aging affects sexual functionality and behavior in both men and women.
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Christian HansenJul 28, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Nocturnal erections may diminish in intensity and duration as part of the normal aging process, but they do not completely disappear or necessarily indicate an abnormal condition such as prostate enlargement.
Learning Objectives
- Grasp how aging affects sexual functionality and behavior in both men and women.
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