R - SEXUAL HEALTH & RELATIONSHIPS
Individuals with SCI and their partners should be provided opportunities to discuss and ask questions regarding intimacy, sexuality, and fertility during all phases of care (acute, rehab and community). Providers must protect the confidentiality of both partners. (Adapted from CSCM 2010, p.329; Level C)
Discuss and offer guidance on maintaining or developing interpersonal and sexual relationships. Discuss the added cautions of using the Internet to meet new partners, particularly relating to how to discuss or present disability online. (CSCM 2010, p.330; Level C)
Encourage romantic partners to seek caregiving services in order to provide care for activities of daily living that may affect the sexual relationship. (Adapted from CSCM 2010, p.331; Level C)