100845: Cancer, Sexuality, and Reproductive Issues

About the Course:

Table of Contents I. The Prevalence and Types of Sexual Dysfunction in People With Cancer II. Factors Affecting Sexual Function in People With Cancer Treatment-Related Factors Secondary to Surgery Breast Cancer Colorectal Cancer Prostate Cancer Other Pelvic Tumors III. Treatment-Related Factors Secondary to Systemic Chemotherapy IV. Treatment-Related Factors Secondary to Radiation V. Treatment-Related Factors Secondary to Hormone Therapy VI. Psychological Factors VII. Assessment of Sexual Function in People With Cancer General Factors Affecting Sexual Functioning Evaluated in Assessment Current Sexual Status Premorbid Sexual Functioning VIII. Psychosocial Aspects of Sexuality Relationship Status Psychological Status IX. Medical Aspects of Sexuality X. Pharmacological Effects of Supportive Care Medications on Sexual Function Effect of Opioids on Sexual Function Selective Serotonin-Reuptake Inhibitors XI. Treatment of Sexual Problems in People With Cancer XII. Fertility Issues Chemotherapy XIII. Radiation XIV. Preventive Strategies XV. Procreative Alternatives NOTE: Exam questions apply only to sections 1, 2, 7, 10, and 11.

Author

National Cancer Institute

Recommended For:

This basic-to-intermediate course material is designed for Licensed Professional Counselors, Social Workers, Psychologists, Chemical Dependency Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Nurses, and other allied healthcare professionals who are likely to gain professionally from increased knowledge regarding cancer and sexual issues.

Course Objectives:

1. Describe the prevalence and types of sexual dysfunction in people with cancer.

2. Identify factors affecting sexual function in people with cancer.

3. Describe effective assessment of sexual function in people with cancer.

4. Identify pharmacological effects of supportive care medications on sexual function.

5. Describe the treatment of sexual problems in people with cancer.