Garrett Dawne, Tomlin Karen
Royal College of Nursing, London and Florence Nightingale Scholar.
Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
Nurs Older People. 2015 Jul;27(6):26-9. doi: 10.7748/nop.27.6.26.e717.
This article explores the interrelated aspects of incontinence and sexuality in older age. It describes the physiological changes that may have an effect on sexual function and the genitourinary system as people age. The enduring importance of sexual intimacy is discussed. Treatments for incontinence and to improve sexual function are explored. The authors conclude that nurses, particularly those involved in continence management, have a role in ensuring sensitive assessment and access to treatment, which can support many older people to maintain fulfilling sexual activity.
本文探讨了老年人尿失禁与性功能的相关方面。它描述了随着人们年龄增长可能对性功能和泌尿生殖系统产生影响的生理变化。讨论了性亲密关系的持久重要性。还探讨了尿失禁的治疗方法以及改善性功能的方法。作者得出结论，护士，尤其是那些参与尿失禁管理的护士，在确保进行敏感评估和提供治疗方面发挥着作用，这可以帮助许多老年人维持充实的性活动。
