Sexual assessment in cancer care: concepts, methods, and strategies for success.

Sexual assessment in cancer care: concepts, methods, and strategies for success.
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DOI:
10.1016/j.soncn.2008.02.002
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发表时间:
2008-05-01
影响因子:
2.2
通讯作者:
Krebs, Linda U
Krebs, Linda U
中科院分区:
医学4区
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作者:
Krebs, Linda U

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OBJECTIVES: To review the literature and provide specific suggestions for assessing and addressing sexual concerns seen in those diagnosed with cancer.DATA SOURCES: Review and research articles, abstracts, books, electronic databases.CONCLUSION: Sexuality and sexual health are integral components of overall health and essential for quality of life. Patients should have the opportunity to discuss their sexual issues and concerns with a qualified health care professional. Knowledgeable, skilled nurses are well-qualified to conduct sexual assessments and to provide options for interventions and referrals.IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: To provide quality cancer care, nurses need to be educated about sexual health and to learn the knowledge and skills requisite to a basic discussion and assessment of potential or actual sexual dysfunction in their patients.