(Code 35) Expanding Your Forensic Nursing Practice Beyond Sexual Assault: Evidence Collection Opportunities in Healthcare Settings
Earn 1.5 CE
Session Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Accepted for SANE Certification: SANE-A, SANE-P
Available during Live and/or Virtual Conference: Live / Virtual
Summary:This session will discuss evidence collection considerations in healthcare facilities and the medical provider's responsibilities for patients with medical forensic needs beyond sexual violence.
Learning Outcomes:
Increased knowledge about:
legal considerations associated with evidence collection procedures.
identifying evidence collection opportunities with patients who present for medical care and treatment and responding accordingly.
identifying best practices, protocol considerations, and procedures for evidence collection in patients with medical forensic needs that expand beyond sexual assault.