Exam 7: Nursing Care of LGBTQ Families

The nurse notes that a transgender male has elevated liver enzymes and poor bone density. What should the nurse consider as a reason for these findings?

The nurse prepares to assess an adolescent's sexual history. On which questions should the nurse focus when completing this assessment? Select all that apply.

The nurse desires to improve competency when caring for families within the LGBTQ community. Which first step should the nurse take to improve this competency?

A school nurse working at a middle school recognizes that several students identify as LGBTQ. Which of the following should the school nurse keep in mind when assessing these students?

During a health assessment a middle-aged homosexual male asks the nurse not to document his sexual preference because his primary health care provider is not aware. What should this request indicate to the nurse?

The nurse is assessing a middle-aged homosexual male. The nurse knows that when assessing this patient which of the following should be taken into consideration? Select all that apply.

The nurse learns that a homosexual male has waited more than 2 months before seeking treatment for a sexually transmitted infection. What should the nurse consider as a reason for this client to delay seeking treatment? Select all that apply.

The nurse manager suggests that the nursing staff include an assessment of mental health for all clients who are of the LGBTQ community. Why is the manager most likely making this suggestion? Select all that apply.

During a family assessment the nurse learns that one parent is heterosexual and the other family member is bisexual of the opposite sex. How should the nurse document this family structure?

The nurse is aware of several children adopted into same-sex families that are scheduled to participate in the community preschool program. What can the nurse do to facilitate the acceptance of these children'sfamily structure into the preschool learning environment? Select all that apply.