Chapter 29: Sexual Disorders

Chapter 29: Sexual Disorders

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The combination of physical, chemical, psychological, and functional characteristics that are expressed by one’s gender identity and sexual behaviors is called:

ANS:  A

This is the definition of sexuality, in which expressions are social in nature.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Knowledge            REF:   Page 322        OBJ:   1

TOP:   Continuum of Sexual Responses      KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC:  Client Needs: Health Promotion and Maintenance

2. The end of the continuum that is marked by sexual actions harmful to self or others in some manner is known as:

ANS:  C

As the continuum moves toward maladaptive, sexual behaviors become impaired or dysfunctional. The adaptive end of the continuum consists of satisfying sexual behaviors that respect the rights and wishes of others. The other options do not relate to the continuum.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Knowledge            REF:   Page 322        OBJ:   1

TOP:   Continuum of Sexual Responses      KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Assessment

MSC:  Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity

3. A strong influence on discussion of sexual issues with clients is the nurse’s or caregiver’s:

ANS:  A

The caregiver must be aware of his or her values regarding sexuality. Values are easily conveyed, often through nonverbal messages, if the caregiver is not fully aware of his or her beliefs.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   Page 322        OBJ:   2

TOP:   Self-awareness and Sexuality           KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Intervention

MSC:  Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity

4. The caregiver has been assigned to care for Mr. X, a pedophile who is being treated for AIDS. The thought of caring for him disgusts her. The caregiver’s therapeutic interactions and interventions are most likely to be:

ANS:  B

Caregivers’ values often are communicated to clients. Disapproval dampens the effectiveness of the therapeutic relationship.

DIF:    Cognitive Level: Comprehension     REF:   Page 322        OBJ:   2

TOP:   Self-awareness and Sexuality           KEY:  Nursing Process Step: Intervention

MSC:   Client Needs: Psychosocial Integrity