Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jul 16, 2026
04:22
Treatment Model for Young Patients with Psychogenic Erectile Dysfunction and Resultant Infertility
Published on: May 30, 2025
Patient's sexual health: do we care enough?
1Servei de Nefrologia, Hospital del Mar (IMAS), Barcelona, Catalunya, Spain. TMHo@imas.imim.es
Journal of Renal Care
|March 10, 2007
Summary
Healthcare professionals often neglect patient sexual health, especially those with chronic conditions. This study highlights the need for better education and support to address this gap in care.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare
- Nursing
- Sexual Health
Background:
- Sexual dysfunction is common in patients with chronic illnesses like renal failure, hypertension, and diabetes.
- Nurses play a crucial role in patient education and quality of life enhancement.
- Current nursing clinical pathways often overlook patient sexuality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate whether healthcare professionals provide adequate care for patient sexual health.
- To identify the reasons behind insufficient attention to sexual health in clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive study utilizing a closed-ended questionnaire.
- Inclusion of medical and nursing staff from a Nephrology Department.
- Exploration of professionals' opinions on the importance, challenges, and attitudes towards patient sexual health.
Main Results:
- Professionals hold a moderately high opinion on the importance of patient sexual health.
- A significant majority (86%) admit insufficient attention to sexual health.
- Most (92%) never initiate discussions about sexual issues with patients.
Conclusions:
- Healthcare professionals do not adequately address patient sexual health due to conservative attitudes and a lack of skills.
- Deficient sex education and professional awkwardness are key barriers.
- There is a need for interventions to improve sexual health care delivery.
Related Concept Videos
01:26Sexually Transmitted Infections
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are diseases transmitted primarily through unsafe sexual interactions. Bacteria, viruses, or parasites cause them and can result in severe health complications if untreated.ChlamydiaThe bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis is responsible for the disease Chlamydia, the most common STI in the United States. This peculiar pathogen requires human cells to reproduce, residing intracellularly. The initial infection often goes unnoticed because it typically does not...
01:20Disorders of the Male Reproductive System
Men's health issues are increasingly recognized as significant, with several conditions posing common threats. Among these, testicular cancer is especially prevalent in younger men, particularly those aged 20 to 35 years. The disease often manifests as a painless mass in the testicles, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of heaviness or a dull ache.
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra. Symptoms...
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra. Symptoms...
01:21Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History
The genitourinary system is critical to maintaining fluid balance, waste elimination, and reproductive function. Nurses play a vital role in assessing this system, beginning with a thorough health history. This process involves gathering patient information, identifying risk factors, and recognizing symptoms of genitourinary disorders. Early detection is vital for timely interventions and management.1. Gathering Patient InformationA complete health history includes the patient’s personal,...
01:13Patient-centered Care
Patient-centered care involves delivering care beyond inpatient hospitalization. Reflective practice can enhance a patient-centered approach. Reflective practice is a process of reasoning that considers all aspects of the present situation, including practicalities, learning from personal practice, and consideration of patient needs. Patients appreciate care decisions made while considering their input. Involving the patient in their care provides the patient with a sense of contribution rather...
01:23Ethical Standards II
Ethical standards are the backbone of nursing practice, guiding nurses as they interact with patients, families, and colleagues. These standards are crucial for providing safe, empathetic care centered on the patient's needs.
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
Nurses are entrusted with upholding various ethical principles and standards. Nurses forge solid therapeutic relationships using trust, empathy, autonomy, confidentiality, and professional competence.
Confidentiality is crucial, embodying respect for individual privacy and...
01:28Amebiasis
Entamoeba histolytica, a protozoan parasite, is responsible for intestinal and extraintestinal amebiasis. Though a significant proportion of infections remain asymptomatic, approximately 50 million individuals annually are estimated to present with clinical disease, resulting in up to 100,000 deaths globally. The disease burden is disproportionately high in regions with lower socioeconomic status, such as parts of India, Africa, Mexico, and Latin America.Etiology and TransmissionThe infective...