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Supporting the Couple With Female Dyspareunia
Patricia Nishimoto1, Una Starr2
1Tripler Army Medical Center.
Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|July 25, 2015
Summary
Cancer treatments can impact sexual health, but patients may not ask questions. Nurses can use active listening and knowledge of cancer
Area of Science:
- Oncology Nursing
- Sexual Health
- Patient Support
Background:
- Cancer treatments frequently cause sexual dysfunction.
- Patients often hesitate to discuss sexual concerns with healthcare providers.
- Addressing sexuality is crucial for holistic cancer care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline evidence-based interventions for nurses supporting cancer patients' sexual health.
- To encourage open communication about sexual concerns in oncology settings.
- To highlight the role of nurses in managing treatment-related sexual changes.
Main Methods:
- Review of evidence-based interventions for sexual dysfunction in cancer patients.
- Discussion of essential nursing skills: active listening, sensitivity, and physiological knowledge.
- Focus on supporting both patients and their partners.
Main Results:
- Nurses possess many core skills (e.g., active listening, sensitivity) applicable to addressing sexual concerns.
- Knowledge of how cancer and its treatments affect sexual functioning is key.
- Evidence-based interventions can effectively support patients and partners.
Conclusions:
- Nurses play a vital role in addressing sexual health concerns in cancer patients.
- Proactive and sensitive communication strategies are essential.
- Integrating sexual health support into holistic nursing care improves patient outcomes.
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