Asked by Varinder Sanghu on May 18, 2024
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An adult consulted a nurse practitioner because of an inability to achieve orgasm for 2 years, despite having been sexually active. This adult was frustrated and expressed concerns about the relationship with the sexual partner. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for this scenario?
A) Defensive coping
B) Sexual dysfunction
C) Ineffective sexuality pattern
D) Disturbed sensory perception, tactile
Sexual Dysfunction
Disorders related to any phase of the sexual response cycle that prevent individuals from experiencing satisfaction from sexual activity.
Ineffective Sexuality Pattern
A state where an individual experiences dissatisfaction or difficulties in their sexual life or in expressing their sexuality.
- Understand the measures and responses by nurses to support patients with sexual health challenges or dysfunctions.
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Ronit ChandMay 23, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sexual dysfunction is the most appropriate nursing diagnosis for a patient who is experiencing a problem affecting one or more phases of arousal. This is the primary problem reported by this patient. Ineffective sexuality pattern, since it is due to sexual dysfunction, is secondary to the absence of orgasms. The patient has not indicated she does not become aroused, just that she cannot achieve orgasm. Disturbed sensory perception may be part of the etiology, but the problem is sexual dysfunction. There is no evidence of defensive coping.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the measures and responses by nurses to support patients with sexual health challenges or dysfunctions.
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