In order to therapeutically counsel clients regarding issues related t

In order to therapeutically counsel clients regarding issues related to sexuality, a nurse should have knowledge on which of the following topics? (Select all that apply.)

1. Abortion
2. Birth control
3. Sexual techniques
4. Sexual orientation
5. Sexual development
6. Sexually transmitted diseases (STD)

ANSWER

ANS: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6
Nurses help clients achieve sexual health by having a sound scientific knowledge base regarding sexuality. A basic understanding of sexual development, sexual orientation, contraception, abor-tion, and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is necessary. A sex therapist would be better suit-ed to discuss sexual techniques with a client.