Question

which information about sexually transmitted infections (stis) will the nurse include in a community health program for older adults? select all that apply. one, some, or all responses may be correct. older adults do not need condoms since there is no risk of pregnancy. geriatric adults tend to have only one sexual partner. older adults may be hesitant to discuss stis with their health care provider. the incidence of stis is very low in older adults. the immune system in the geriatric adult is less able to fight infection.

Explanation:

Older adults still need condoms to prevent STIs despite no pregnancy - risk. There is no evidence that geriatric adults only have one sexual partner. Older adults may be hesitant to discuss STIs due to stigma. The incidence of STIs in older adults is not low. And the geriatric immune system is weaker, making them more vulnerable to infections.

Answer:

C. Older adults may be hesitant to discuss STIs with their health care provider.
E. The immune system in the geriatric adult is less able to fight infection.