A nurse is working with a patient after the patient had a heart attack and is using the PLISSIT model to address sexuality needs. For the SS phase, what action by the nurse is best?

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The PLISSIT model is a framework for addressing sexuality. In the SS (specific suggestions) phase, the nurse provides information that allows the patient to proceed with sexual relations. Informing the patient about sexual positions that are less stressful on the heart is an example. P stands for permission. LI stands for basic, limited information, and IT stands for intensive therapy.

A Nurse Is Working with a Patient After the Patient