Sexual Health: A Nurse's Guide (Real Nursing)

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Verschuren JE, Enzlin P, Dijkstra PU, Geertzen JH, Dekker R. Chronic disease and sexuality: a generic conceptual framework. J Sex Med. 2010;47(2–3):153–70. Dorner TE, Berner C, Haider S, Grabovac I, Lamprecht T, Fenzl KH, Erlacher L. Sexual health in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and the association between physical fitness and sexual function: a cross-sectional study. Rheumatol Int. 2018;38(6):1103–14. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00296-018-4023-3. In her personal time, Lorraine enjoys travel, theatre in particular musicals and spending time with her family. These mostly open-ended questions allowed the participants to extensively discuss the different aspects of their role and the problems encountered in delivering sexual healthcare at the personal, professional and organisational levels. The questions were tested with one midwife and one nurse to ensure the clarity and pertinence. Minor adjustments were introduced.

The post holder will assess, plan and deliver key aspects of sexual health care depending on the knowledge, skills and experience of the practitioner, to include the promotion/issuing of all methods of contraception (with particular emphasis on long acting reversible contraception), screening for sexual transmitted infections (STIs), perform diagnostic procedures and provide treatment and management of STIs in line with BASHH/ FSRH and NICE guidance. This is a clear sign that the NHS is taking its responsibility towards protecting its staff seriously, with clear guidance of what should be happening within individual trusts to help support survivors. Provides under 18s with an assessment of need and competence using Fraser guidelines and associated policies for the under 16s. A fundamental factor is how you conduct the consultation as this can affect whether the patient takes on board any advice given, and whether they feel able to return for future discussions. The principles apply to all nursing consultations, but the following are particular areas to consider for a sexual health consultation: Klaeson K, Hovlin L, Guvå H, Kjellsdotter A. Sexual health in primary health care—a qualitative study of nurses’ experiences. J Clin Nurs. 2017;26(11–12):1545–54.Sexual problems can affect both men and women. The causes can vary and can either be psychological or a sign of an underlying health problem. Vieira EM, Ford NJ, Santos MA, Junqueira LC, Giami A. Representations of nurses regarding sexuality of women treated for breast cancer in Brazil. Cad Saude Publica. 2013;29:2049–56.

An exploratory, descriptive study was used. This qualitative design generated data that uncovered the professionals' attitudes, perceptions and experiences. It was suitable to get insights into this unexplored and sensitive subject and the reported factors behind sexual healthcare practice. This study aligns with COREQ, the consolidated criteria for reporting qualitative research [ 30]. Sampling and participants the commissioning and provision of these services in England is complex and fragmented affecting patient experience and continuity of care; Nurses and midwives' misperception of their role is paralleled with the belief that critically ill patients are not sexually active, particularly when they have oncology and mental health problems. Similar views were reported by other studies [ 5, 20, 37]. While the condition and treatment can impair libido and energy levels, it does not uniformly impact the patient's ability to enjoy sex or to be interested by sexual life which could be expressed in different ways that go beyond the pure physical satisfaction and sexual intercourse. The participants criticised their curricula that reflected a conservative stance and did not prepare them to provide adequate sexual healthcare. Similar complaints have been reported in the literature, asserting the need to reinforce a practice-based education that strengthens knowledge and skills [ 18, 43]. Undertakes direct patient care assessment and implements a holistic approach to individual focused care.At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

sexual health clinics (which can also be called family planning, genitourinary medicine (GUM), or sexual and reproductive health clinics) While participants were vocal in advocating for reciprocity and equality in a couples' relationship, they associated a sexual leadership role to men paralleled with women's poor sexual experience as a result of gender discrimination. They assumed that most women do not orgasm, and their difficulties are relational and psychosocial rather than physical.

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Any associated symptoms (itching, dysuria, postcoital bleeding, intermenstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, deep dyspareunia) to identify if referral is required. The NHS staff survey covering all hospitals in England will also now include questions around sexual safety so the health service can monitor progress.