Fundamentals of Nursing - Chapter 34:
Sexuality Exam Questions and Answers
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The nurse is providing education on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to a
group of adolescents. The nurse knows that further teaching is needed when one of
the adolescents states:
A. "A vaccine is available to reduce infection from certain types of human
papillomavirus."
B. "I should be screened for an STI after I am with a new partner."
C. "I know I' m not infected if I don't have any symptoms such as discharge or
sores."
D. "A viral infection such as herpes or human papillomavirus cannot be treated
with antibiotics." - Correct answer-C
A 25-year-old patient is in the emergency department and states that she has had a
cough and fever for the past 3 days. While performing a physical assessment, the
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,nurse finds several bruises that are in various stages of healing and suspects that
the patient possibly is a victim of sexual abuse. Which of the following is the
nurse's first action?
A. Refer the patient to a sexual counselor
B. Tell the patient about the safe house for women
C. Ask the patient to describe how she got the bruises
D. Report the abuse immediately to the proper authorities - Correct answer-B
A 26-year-old married woman recently discovered that she is pregnant and is at her
first prenatal visit. While assessing the patient, the woman's health nurse
practitioner discovers that she has purulent vaginal discharge. The patient states, "It
burns when I urinate, and I seem to have to go to the bathroom frequently." Based
on these symptoms, the nurse practitioner determines that further follow-up is
needed because the patient:
A. Should be tested for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
B. May have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) such as chlamydia.
C. Is experiencing normal signs of pregnancy.
D. Needs education on proper perineal hygiene. - Correct answer-B
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, A new graduate nurse is working in a rehabilitation center that specializes in the
care of patients with spinal cord injuries (SCIs). The new graduate knows that
sexual issues are common among patients with SCIs. Which of the following
actions enhances the nurse's comfort in discussing sexual issues with the patients?
(Select all that apply.)
A. Clarifying personal values related to sexuality
B. Role playing discussion of sexual concerns with another nurse
C. Attending a conference to enhance knowledge about sexuality
D. Avoiding a discussion of sexual concerns until after completing new nurse
orientation - Correct answer-A, B, C
The nurse is gathering a sexual history from a 68-year-old man in a nursing home.
It is important for the nurse to keep in mind that:
A. Older adults are usually not part of a sexual minority group.
B. Older adults sometimes do not reveal intimate details.
C. Older men and women lose their interest in sex.
D. Older adults in nursing homes do not usually participate in sexual activity. -
Correct answer-B
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Sexuality Exam Questions and Answers
Graded A+
The nurse is providing education on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) to a
group of adolescents. The nurse knows that further teaching is needed when one of
the adolescents states:
A. "A vaccine is available to reduce infection from certain types of human
papillomavirus."
B. "I should be screened for an STI after I am with a new partner."
C. "I know I' m not infected if I don't have any symptoms such as discharge or
sores."
D. "A viral infection such as herpes or human papillomavirus cannot be treated
with antibiotics." - Correct answer-C
A 25-year-old patient is in the emergency department and states that she has had a
cough and fever for the past 3 days. While performing a physical assessment, the
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,nurse finds several bruises that are in various stages of healing and suspects that
the patient possibly is a victim of sexual abuse. Which of the following is the
nurse's first action?
A. Refer the patient to a sexual counselor
B. Tell the patient about the safe house for women
C. Ask the patient to describe how she got the bruises
D. Report the abuse immediately to the proper authorities - Correct answer-B
A 26-year-old married woman recently discovered that she is pregnant and is at her
first prenatal visit. While assessing the patient, the woman's health nurse
practitioner discovers that she has purulent vaginal discharge. The patient states, "It
burns when I urinate, and I seem to have to go to the bathroom frequently." Based
on these symptoms, the nurse practitioner determines that further follow-up is
needed because the patient:
A. Should be tested for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
B. May have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) such as chlamydia.
C. Is experiencing normal signs of pregnancy.
D. Needs education on proper perineal hygiene. - Correct answer-B
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, A new graduate nurse is working in a rehabilitation center that specializes in the
care of patients with spinal cord injuries (SCIs). The new graduate knows that
sexual issues are common among patients with SCIs. Which of the following
actions enhances the nurse's comfort in discussing sexual issues with the patients?
(Select all that apply.)
A. Clarifying personal values related to sexuality
B. Role playing discussion of sexual concerns with another nurse
C. Attending a conference to enhance knowledge about sexuality
D. Avoiding a discussion of sexual concerns until after completing new nurse
orientation - Correct answer-A, B, C
The nurse is gathering a sexual history from a 68-year-old man in a nursing home.
It is important for the nurse to keep in mind that:
A. Older adults are usually not part of a sexual minority group.
B. Older adults sometimes do not reveal intimate details.
C. Older men and women lose their interest in sex.
D. Older adults in nursing homes do not usually participate in sexual activity. -
Correct answer-B
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