An older female client is concerned that both she and her husband have decreased libido, and when they do engage in sexual practices, it is not as pleasurable as it was. she doesn’t understand why, as they both are healthy and "not that old yet." what information should be explained to this client regarding the physiological changes in sexual function with the aging adult? select all that apply.

An older female client and her husband have decreased libido, and when they do engage in sexual practices, it is not as pleasurable as it was. She doesn’t understand why, as they both are healthy and "not that old yet." As Aging is characterized by physiological, pathological, behavioral, and psychosocial factors, the information that should be explained to this client is about how all these factors impact male and female sexual function in aging after midlife.

Explanation:

The three components of sexual desire: drive, beliefs and values, and motivation. Chronic conditions and some commonly used medications could affect sexual function and desire. Low libido describes a decreased interest in sexual activity.  

Among women, sexual desire is typically more psychological and situational and older women also express sexual desire, but may fear their interest is undignified and disgraceful.  

A persistent, chronic or recurrent lack of desire or libido, is a condition commonly known as hypoactive sexual desire disorder if not addressed with open sexual communication between partners sometimes causes emotional distress, such as anxiety and depression and can bring relationship problems. But many aging adults often have more positive attitudes towards sex in older age due to being more relaxed about it.

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