The nurse working in long-term care knows there are several barriers to sexual expression for older patients.Which of the following are barriers? (Select all that apply. )
A)Decreasing desire
B)Medication side effects
C)Disease processes
D)Social circumstances
E)Increased libido

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Decreasing desire, medication side effects, disease processes, and social circumstances can all serve as barriers to sexual expression for older patients. Increased libido is not typically a barrier, but may in fact lead to increased sexual expression if other barriers can be overcome.

The Nurse Working in Long-Term Care Knows There Are Several