Exam 22: Sexual Dysfunction, Gender Dysphoria, and Paraphilias

While performing an assessment, the nurse says to a patient, "While growing up, most of us heard some half-truths about sexual matters that continue to puzzle us as adults. Do any come to your mind now?" What is the purpose of this question?

A nurse is performing an assessment for a 59-year-old man who has hypertension. What is the rationale for including questions about prescribed medications and their effects on sexual function in the assessment?

A woman tells the nurse, "My partner is frustrated with me. I don't have any natural lubrication when we have sex." What type of sexual disorder is evident?

A man who reports frequently experiencing premature ejaculation tells the nurse, "I feel like such a failure. It's so awful for both me and my partner. Can you help me?" Select the nurse's best response.

A man with hypospadias tells the nurse, "Intercourse with my new bride is painful." Which term applies to the patient's complaint?