how can nurses help residents maintain a position self - image and express themselves as sexual beings?

Question

Ageing affect Sexuality in different way. However, in practice, Sexuality is good for humans. Now, as a nurse, how can I help residents maintain a positive self - image and express themselves as sexual beings?

Answer 1

You could masterbate them.
They'd appreciate it I am positive.

Answer 2

Allowing them to express themselves is tough in that setting, but I believe giving the men and women time apart -- like poker night, knitting groups, etc. (so they can gossip and get a little off-color) is good. Also, making an area and/or time for dating, courting, whatever -- alone time -- (assuming mental capacity allows) is perfectly acceptable and healthy. All residents benefit from looking their best (makeup and nails for ladies, shaves for gents) as much as possible so they feel attractive and worthy of being desired. I have seen these things have marked improvement in self-esteem and attitude. And thank you, as a nurse and a person who has a mother in a nursing home, for caring. :-)

Answer 3

You can educate residents and patients about their health, sexual health in this case- if they want to discuss it. Check geriatric organizations for materials you may be able to hand out. It is a nursing responsibility to educate but you have to be very aware that older generations consider sexuality very private and may not want to talk about it with just anyone and would react negatively ( not to mention inappropriately with some folks) In assessments you could ask about GU issues and whether a resident is sexually active or has any issues and provide written materials and explanations if that particular resident or patient is open to it.

Answer 4

I don't think it is required to express ones need , natural things get its natural share automatically . Its time and one should know , how to relax and wait .