A nurse wishes to incorporate an assessment of patient sexuality into all patient encounters but is concerned about appearing inappropriate. What action by the nurse is best?

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A matter-of-fact, organized approach to sexuality will decrease anxiety in both patient and nurse. Stating that all patients are asked about this topic makes it appear to be a normal part of the assessment. The other options put the responsibility for discussing sexuality on the patient when the nurse should be directing the process.

A Nurse Wishes to Incorporate an Assessment of Patient Sexuality