NURS 522 UNIT 3 PART 1 SEXUAL
HEALTH B'S NOTES. EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2025/2026.
What is healthy sexuality? - ANS A state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being
in relation to sexuality.
What are the key components of sexual health promotion? - ANS Strategies that include
education, communication, and access to healthcare services.
What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder? - ANS A condition characterized by a lack of sexual
desire.
What is dyspareunia? - ANS Painful sexual intercourse experienced by women.
What is erectile dysfunction? - ANS The inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient
for sexual intercourse.
What is premature ejaculation? - ANS A condition where ejaculation occurs with minimal
sexual stimulation.
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,Name a barrier method of contraception. - ANS Examples include female condoms,
diaphragms, and cervical caps.
What are hormonal IUDs? - ANS Intrauterine devices that release hormones to prevent
pregnancy.
What is emergency contraception? - ANS Methods used to prevent pregnancy after
unprotected sex, such as the morning-after pill.
What are the common sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? - ANS Gonorrhea, syphilis,
chlamydia, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomoniasis.
What is the significance of sexual rights? - ANS Rights to sexual autonomy, bodily integrity,
and freedom from violence and discrimination.
What does sexual orientation refer to? - ANS An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or
sexual attractions to men, women, or other genders.
What is the role of healthcare professionals in sexual health promotion? - ANS To educate,
advocate, and provide inclusive care that respects individual rights.
What is the definition of gender identity? - ANS A person's internal experience of their own
gender, which may differ from their assigned sex at birth.
What are responsible sexual behaviors? - ANS Behaviors that involve consent, respect,
communication, and protection use.
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,What is the importance of comprehensive sexuality education? - ANS To provide accurate
information and promote healthy sexual development across the lifespan.
What does sexual activity encompass? - ANS Any behavior that involves sexual contact or
stimulation, including solo or partnered activities.
What are the characteristics of a sexually healthy society? - ANS A society that affirms
sexuality, provides education, ensures healthcare access, and protects against violence.
What is the impact of intersectionality on sexuality? - ANS It highlights how multiple
identities (gender, culture, ability) influence sexual health experiences.
What is the role of the nurse practitioner in promoting sexual health? - ANS To educate
patients, advocate for sexual rights, and provide holistic care.
What is the definition of eroticism? - ANS The capacity for sexual feelings and the expression
of sexual desire and pleasure.
What is the difference between sexual identity and sexual orientation? - ANS Sexual identity
refers to how individuals label their orientation, while sexual orientation is about attraction.
What are the key themes in sexual health promotion? - ANS Safer sex practices, responsible
behaviors, and respect for sexual rights.
What is the role of consent in sexual health? - ANS Consent is essential for respectful and
safe sexual interactions.
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, What does the term 'sexual practice' refer to? - ANS The specific ways individuals engage in
sexual activity.
What is the importance of communication in sexual health? - ANS Effective communication
promotes understanding, consent, and safer sexual practices.
What is the significance of regular STI screening? - ANS It helps in early detection and
management of sexually transmitted infections.
What is the purpose of sexual health assessments? - ANS To evaluate an individual's sexual
health needs and provide appropriate care.
What should patients be reminded of regarding their participation in assessments? -
ANS Patients can decline to answer or stop at any time.
What are key assessment topics in sexual health? - ANS Definitions and understanding, sexual
activity, contraception and protection use, concerns/questions about sex, and health issues
impacting sexual health.
What is a validated tool for assessing female sexual function? - ANS Female Sexual Function
Index (FSFI).
What is the purpose of the Female Sexual Distress Scale-Revised (FSDS-R)? - ANS To assess
sexual distress in women.
What is the Sexual Quality of Life-Female (SQOL-F) used for? - ANS To evaluate the quality of
life related to sexual health in women.
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HEALTH B'S NOTES. EXAM QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2025/2026.
What is healthy sexuality? - ANS A state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being
in relation to sexuality.
What are the key components of sexual health promotion? - ANS Strategies that include
education, communication, and access to healthcare services.
What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder? - ANS A condition characterized by a lack of sexual
desire.
What is dyspareunia? - ANS Painful sexual intercourse experienced by women.
What is erectile dysfunction? - ANS The inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient
for sexual intercourse.
What is premature ejaculation? - ANS A condition where ejaculation occurs with minimal
sexual stimulation.
1 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,Name a barrier method of contraception. - ANS Examples include female condoms,
diaphragms, and cervical caps.
What are hormonal IUDs? - ANS Intrauterine devices that release hormones to prevent
pregnancy.
What is emergency contraception? - ANS Methods used to prevent pregnancy after
unprotected sex, such as the morning-after pill.
What are the common sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? - ANS Gonorrhea, syphilis,
chlamydia, bacterial vaginosis, and trichomoniasis.
What is the significance of sexual rights? - ANS Rights to sexual autonomy, bodily integrity,
and freedom from violence and discrimination.
What does sexual orientation refer to? - ANS An enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, or
sexual attractions to men, women, or other genders.
What is the role of healthcare professionals in sexual health promotion? - ANS To educate,
advocate, and provide inclusive care that respects individual rights.
What is the definition of gender identity? - ANS A person's internal experience of their own
gender, which may differ from their assigned sex at birth.
What are responsible sexual behaviors? - ANS Behaviors that involve consent, respect,
communication, and protection use.
2 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
,What is the importance of comprehensive sexuality education? - ANS To provide accurate
information and promote healthy sexual development across the lifespan.
What does sexual activity encompass? - ANS Any behavior that involves sexual contact or
stimulation, including solo or partnered activities.
What are the characteristics of a sexually healthy society? - ANS A society that affirms
sexuality, provides education, ensures healthcare access, and protects against violence.
What is the impact of intersectionality on sexuality? - ANS It highlights how multiple
identities (gender, culture, ability) influence sexual health experiences.
What is the role of the nurse practitioner in promoting sexual health? - ANS To educate
patients, advocate for sexual rights, and provide holistic care.
What is the definition of eroticism? - ANS The capacity for sexual feelings and the expression
of sexual desire and pleasure.
What is the difference between sexual identity and sexual orientation? - ANS Sexual identity
refers to how individuals label their orientation, while sexual orientation is about attraction.
What are the key themes in sexual health promotion? - ANS Safer sex practices, responsible
behaviors, and respect for sexual rights.
What is the role of consent in sexual health? - ANS Consent is essential for respectful and
safe sexual interactions.
3 @COPYRIGHT 2025/2026 ALLRIGHTS RESERVED.
, What does the term 'sexual practice' refer to? - ANS The specific ways individuals engage in
sexual activity.
What is the importance of communication in sexual health? - ANS Effective communication
promotes understanding, consent, and safer sexual practices.
What is the significance of regular STI screening? - ANS It helps in early detection and
management of sexually transmitted infections.
What is the purpose of sexual health assessments? - ANS To evaluate an individual's sexual
health needs and provide appropriate care.
What should patients be reminded of regarding their participation in assessments? -
ANS Patients can decline to answer or stop at any time.
What are key assessment topics in sexual health? - ANS Definitions and understanding, sexual
activity, contraception and protection use, concerns/questions about sex, and health issues
impacting sexual health.
What is a validated tool for assessing female sexual function? - ANS Female Sexual Function
Index (FSFI).
What is the purpose of the Female Sexual Distress Scale-Revised (FSDS-R)? - ANS To assess
sexual distress in women.
What is the Sexual Quality of Life-Female (SQOL-F) used for? - ANS To evaluate the quality of
life related to sexual health in women.
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