FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SEXUAL FUNCTION OF ELDERLY WOMEN

Abstract

To evaluate the factors associated with the sexual function of elderly women. Method: This is an observational-descriptive study, with a quantitative, cross-sectional approach. 110 elderly women registered in language courses by the University were evaluated. Open for Seniors (UNATI) inserted at UFPE / Recife-PE Universidade Federal de Pernambuco (UFPE). Data were collected using the Female Sexual Quotient (QSF) instrument and a structured questionnaire, which were subsequently analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The sexual function was null to bad 50 (45,5%) and was associated with family arrangement (0,033), marital status (0,020), children (0,003), alcoholism (0,028). Conclusion: Sexual function was influenced by living with family members, not having a partner and having children.