A lesbian is a woman who has her primary emotional and sexual relationships with women.
Other sexual minorities include bisexual, transgender, and transsexual women.
Sexual behaviors
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Create a safe practice environment for lesbian patients.
Have nondiscrimination policy posted where it is visible to patients.
Educate staff to be comfortable dealing with the ...
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E66.3 Overweight
Z72.0 Tobacco use
F10.10 Alcohol abuse, uncomplicated
Z72.52 High risk homosexual behavior
A64 Unspecified sexually transmitted disease
Z72.53 High risk bisexual behavior
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Create a safe health care environment for all patients.
Use gender-neutral language.
Do not assume heterosexuality or sexual practices.
Take a detailed history and avoid assumptions.
Be aw...
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