A 68-year-old man is being treated for an enlarged prostate.While discussing health history with the nurse,he states that he seems to be having erectile difficulties and is not sure if it is from his medical condition or the medication he is taking.Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate?

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Sexual dysfunction is a disturbance anywhere during these four stages of the sexual response cycle.The causes are often related to psychological distresses,medication or illicit drug use,and many physical conditions.Arthritis,diabetes,and chronic illness can result in various sexual dysfunctions or alterations in sexual desire.The other nursing diagnoses do not apply in this situation.

A 68-Year-Old Man Is Being Treated for an Enlarged Prostate