The Effect of Breast Cancer Treatments on Sexuality In Premenopausal Female Cancer Survivors - Post Test

1. Dyspareunia is defined as:
1. Vaginal dryness
2. Painful sexual intercourse
3. Sexual intimacy
4. None of the above
2. Introital dyspareunia is pain perceived at vaginal entry, whereas, deep dyspareunia is felt deep in the pelvis.
1. True
2. False
3. Sexuality incorporates:
1. Vascular, endocrine and neurologic systems
2. Societal and religious beliefs
3. Health status
4. All of the above
4. Vaginal dryness due to the loss of estrogen is the most frequent contributor to dyspareunia after menopause.
1. True
2. False
5. Therapies for breast cancer that can have an effect on sexuality include:
1. Mastectomy and lumpectomy
2. Alopecia
3. Chemotherapy induced menopause
4. All of the above
6. Emotional and psychological symptoms of sexual dysfunction include:
1. Lack of desire or interest in intimacy
2. Alopecia
3. Fear of pain with intercourse
4. A & C
7. Physical symptoms of sexual dysfunction can include:
1. Shortening or narrowing of the vaginal canal
2. Vaginal dryness
3. Reduction in vaginal secretions
4. All of the above
8. Making sexual health a part of a routine nursing assessment:
1. Can improve patients’ comfort level in discussing sexual health and provides an environment for further discussion.
2. Lets the patient know that discussion of sexual health is not appropriate.
3. Is not appropriate, as this is best left to the physician.
4. None of the above
9. Vaginal dryness can be treated with:
1. Vaginal lubricants immediately before sexual activity.
2. Vaginal moisturizers used three times a week.
3. Improvements in sexual communication with partner.
4. All of the above
10. Management of hot flashes can include all of the following except:
1. Venlafaxine
2. Avoiding triggers such as hot beverages, spicy foods and caffeine.
3. Wearing heavy, polyester clothing.
4. Participate in stress management or relaxation training.

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