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| TOPIC: COMMUNICATION |
| Taking a sexual health assessment |
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| In order to provide patients with sexual health information, advice and treatment that is appropriate for their needs, it is important to uncover exactly what those needs are. This requires a thorough sexual health assessment to be conducted. |
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| Taking sexual history can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, but a welcoming environment, sensitive discussion technique and a positive, non-judgemental attitude can help patients relax and encourage openness during sexual health assessments. Patients should be assured of the confidentiality of all sexual health discussions. |
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| Other related topic areas: women's health │ men's health │primary care and sexual health |
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