Practice Question
A bisexual woman expresses concern about disclosing her sexual orientation to healthcare providers. What should the nurse understand about healthcare disparities in LGBTQ+ Individuals?
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Correct Answer:
LGBTQ+ individuals may delay seeking care due to fear of discrimination.
Rationale:
🟦 Many LGBTQ+ individuals have experienced or anticipate stigma, bias, or discrimination in healthcare settings.
🟦 This fear can lead to delayed care, avoidance of preventive services, and reduced disclosure of important health information.
🟦 Delays in care contribute to worse health outcomes and increased health disparities among LGBTQ+ populations.
🟦 Creating an inclusive, affirming environment helps improve trust, access, and continuity of care.
🟦 Nurses play a key role in reducing disparities through nonjudgmental communication and advocacy.
Lesbian and bisexual women have a lower risk of sexually transmitted infections.
🟦 STI risk depends on behaviors, not sexual orientation.
🟦 This statement reflects a common misconception.
LGBTQ individuals seek healthcare services more frequently than heterosexual clients.
🟦 Many LGBTQ+ individuals actually access care less frequently due to fear of discrimination.
🟦 Barriers often reduce, not increase, healthcare utilization.
Bisexual individuals have fewer mental health concerns than the general population.
🟦 Bisexual individuals often experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and stress.
🟦 Minority stress and stigma contribute to these disparities.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🤱🏼Maternity & Newborn Care
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