Sexuality in Older Adults
Explore the complexities of sexuality in older adults, addressing common misconceptions, physical changes, interest levels, sexually transmitted diseases, medication impacts, and more. Learn how to assess and support elderly individuals in navigating their sexual health and well-being.
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Older adults should not have sex A. Yes B. No 0% 0% Yes No
The physical changes that occur with old age make it difficult for older Adults to have sex A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
When I think about assessing the sexuality of my older adult patients I: A. Avoid the topic at all costs B. Can t even say the word sex in their presence C. Just dive right in and ask away D. Would feel more comfortable if I had a set of questions to ask 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 0% costs D. Would feel more B. Can t even say the Just dive right in Avoid the topic at all and ask away comfortable if I had a set of questions t... word sex in their...
Older Adults have little interest in sex at this stage of their lives A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
Sexually transmitted diseases are an increasing concern for older adults A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
Woman are less likely than men to be sexually active as older adults A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
Sexuality is a low priority in terms of assessments with older adults A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
Medications can affect the sexuality of older adults A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
Older adults with dementia who act out sexually have control of their behavior A. True B. False 0% 0% True False
