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Taking a Sexual History: Best Practices
Donald Hong1, Joseph Cherabie1, Hilary E Reno1
1Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA.
Abstract:
Recognizing the holistic definitions of sexual health, health-care providers must approach sexual health history taking with sensitivity, inclusivity, and a trauma-informed perspective. Many versions of what a sexual history should look like exist but certain principles are commonly found. Education of health-care providers on sexual history taking can involve reviewing the components of the sexual history but should also include the importance of using nonstigmatizing language, having a patient-centered approach, and practicing trauma-informed and culturally sensitive care.
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