8 Questions
What is the primary difference between sexual orientation and sexual identity?
Sexual orientation is a person's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction, while sexual identity is how a person labels their own sexuality.
What is the most common STI in New Zealand?
Chlamydia
What is the main reason for delayed diagnosis and treatment of Chlamydia?
Lack of symptoms in many cases
What is the first way registered nurses can promote sexual health?
Educate individuals about safe sex practices and the importance of using condoms
What is the recommended age for starting breast screening?
40 years old
What is the recommended frequency for cervical screening for women aged 25-49?
Every 3 years
What is the definition of sexual orientation?
A person's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to individuals of the same or opposite gender
What is the third way registered nurses can promote sexual health?
Offer counselling and support for individuals with sexual health issues
Study Notes
Diversity in Sexuality
- Sexual orientation refers to a person's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to individuals of the same or opposite gender, including being heterosexual, homosexual, or bisexual.
- Sexual identity refers to how a person identifies and labels their own sexuality, including terms like gay, lesbian, straight, or queer.
Sexual Health
- Chlamydia is the most common STI in New Zealand.
- Chlamydia often goes unrecognized because it is asymptomatic in many cases, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment.
Promoting Sexual Health
- Registered nurses can promote sexual health by educating individuals about safe sex practices and the importance of using condoms.
- Registered nurses can promote sexual health by providing information about STI prevention and regular check-ups.
- Registered nurses can promote sexual health by offering counselling and support for individuals with sexual health issues.
Breast Screening
- Breast screening recommends regular mammograms starting at age 40 for women at average risk.
- Breast screening recommends self-examinations should be performed monthly.
Cervical Screening
- Cervical screening recommends regular Pap smears starting at age 25 or within 3 years of becoming sexually active.
- Cervical screening recommends repeat Pap smears every 3 years for women aged 25-49, and every 5 years for women aged 50-69.
Explore the definitions of sexual orientation and sexual identity, and learn about the different types of attraction and labels.
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