The nursing manager feels that intimacy needs are not being assessed or addressed by the staff on the unit.What action by the manager is best?
A)Tell the staff sexuality is expected to be assessed.
B)Provide the staff with education on sexuality.
C)Obtain tools for staff to use when assessing sexuality.
D)Allow those with cultural objections to opt out.

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Education is the first step in this process.Once staff members understand that sexuality is a normal part of life at any age,the manager can provide tools for staff to use for assessment.Simply telling the staff to assess sexuality does not help them overcome their discomfort.Persons with cultural objections should be given extra time and attention to become comfortable with the practice,but they should realize that their patients' needs come first.The manager may be able to negotiate a comfortable agreement with these staff members.

The Nursing Manager Feels That Intimacy Needs Are Not Being