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Risk Factors, Depression, and Drugs Influencing Sexual Activity in Individuals With and Without Stroke
Wendy Dusenbury1, Twyla J Hill2, Victoria Mosack1
1School of Nursing, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS, USA.
Purpose:
The aim of the study was to analyze factors affecting sexual activity in individuals with and without stroke, ages 40-59 years, in a national, cross-sectional, population-based sample derived from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).
Design:
Descriptive, cross-sectional survey.
Methods:
Data were obtained from the NHANES (2011-2012) data set from individuals (N = 3,649) completing items related to cardiovascular risk factors, drugs, and sexual activity. Data were analyzed using chi-square, t tests, and logistic regression.
Findings:
Overall, number of drugs, smoking, and depression significantly predicted sexual activity. When comparing sexually active to not sexually active, those with stroke had significantly less sexual activity (t = 2.822, p = .005) and reduced sexual activity per week or month (χ = 16.275, p = .005, df = 4). Those taking angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors and statins had reduced sexual activity.
Conclusions/Clinical Relevance:
Findings illustrate the importance of risk factor modification and nurses engaging in sexual assessment, education, and counseling to support sexual quality of life in younger individuals with stroke.
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