Dialysis and sexuality.
End stage renal disease is a major health issue in the United States. Dialysis, the major form of renal replacement therapy, has physical and psychological implications that can have a major impact on both men's and women's sexuality and sexual performance. Nurses are in a key position to assist men and women on dialysis to develop healthy and realistic approaches to their sexuality. This article reviews the literature on dialysis and sexuality, and recommends nursing interventions that can assist persons on dialysis achieve the level of sexual intimacy and satisfaction they desire.
Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI, USA. Dblloyd4@aol.com
Donna
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Beal-Lloyd
Carla J
CJ
Groh
D001828:Body Image; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007676:Kidney Failure, Chronic / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D008297:Male; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D011788:Quality of Life; D006435:Renal Dialysis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D019529:Sexuality; D014481:United States