Asked by Nancy Butts on Apr 24, 2024
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A patient reports experiencing fear and anxiety just before having intercourse related to the pain she anticipates experiencing. She also reports feeling uncomfortable tension in her pelvic floor muscles during intercourse. The nurse recognizes this condition as which of the following?
A) Vulvodynia
B) Vestibulodynia
C) Dyspareunia
D) Genitopelvic pain/penetration disorder
Genitopelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder
A sexual dysfunction characterized by significant physical pain and difficulty with vaginal penetration during intercourse.
Pelvic Floor Muscles
A group of muscles that support the pelvic organs, playing a key role in urinary control, continence, and sexual function.
Dyspareunia
Painful intercourse, a common symptom experienced by women, which can have physical or psychological causes.
- Identify prevalent sexual dysfunctions and their manifestations.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify prevalent sexual dysfunctions and their manifestations.
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