Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
The female client with an incomplete T6 spinal cord transection asks the nurse for sexual health advice and the possibility of ever conceiving. Which statements by the nurse will be helpful to the client? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
A,E
Rationale
Although the client has an incomplete T6 SCI, the woman is still capable of becoming pregnant. The client with an incomplete T6 SCI is able to get pregnant. Although the client may not feel the onset of labor, she may still be able to deliver the baby vaginally or via cesarean section. Sexual intercourse is allowable and would not worsen the clientÔÇÖs condition. The female may not be able to feel an orgasm. The client may not be able to feel an orgasm after an incomplete T6 SCI.