Sexual dysfunction in multiple myeloma: Survivorship care plan of the International Myeloma Foundation Nurse Leadership Board Journal Article


Authors: Richards, Tiffany A.; Bertolotti, Page A.; Doss, Deborah; Mccullagh, Emily J
Article Title: Sexual dysfunction in multiple myeloma: Survivorship care plan of the International Myeloma Foundation Nurse Leadership Board
Abstract: The World Health Organization describes sexuality as a "central aspect of being human throughout life and encompasses sex, gender identities and roles, sexual orientation, eroticism, pleasure, intimacy, and reproduction. Sexuality is influenced by the interaction of biological, psychological, social, economic, political, cultural, ethical, legal, historical, religious, and spiritual factors." Currently, no research has been conducted regarding sexual dysfunction in patients with multiple myeloma; therefore, information related to the assessment and evaluation of sexual dysfunction is gleaned from other malignancies and diseases. In this article, members of the International Myeloma Foundation's Nurse Leadership Board discuss the definition, presentation, and causes of sexual dysfunction; provide recommendations for sexual assessment practices; and promote discussion among patients with multiple myeloma, their healthcare providers, and their partners. (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2012 APA, all rights reserved) (journal abstract).
Keywords: multiple myeloma; sexual dysfunction; evaluation; survivorship care plan; sexual assessment practices; causes
Journal Title: Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
Volume: 15
Issue: 4, Suppl
ISSN: 1092-1095
Publisher: Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)  
Date Published: 2011-08-01
Start Page: 53
End Page: 65
Language: English
PROVIDER: Ovid Technologies
ACCESSION: Peer Reviewed Journal: 2011-17530-004
DOI: 10.1188/11.CJON.S1.53-65
PROVIDER: psycinfo
PUBMED: 21816710
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