A client who has recently had a heart attack asks the nurse when he will be able to resume sexual activity. The nurse responds:

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The nurse should provide a specific guideline for the client to determine when it is safe to resume sexual activity. Climbing a flight of stairs without experiencing chest pain is a good indicator that the heart has healed enough to handle the physical demands of sex. Option A is an inappropriate response that does not take into consideration the client's individual circumstances. Option B is not always true and may cause unnecessary anxiety for the client. Option D is not specific and may not be true for all clients.

A Client Who Has Recently Had a Heart Attack Asks