Chapter 44: Forensic Nursing in the Community

A forensic nurse assesses a child who has injuries that indicate possible abuse. What is the best way to document the assessment findings? a. Tape recorded statements from the child b. Digital photographs of injuries c. Video recording to record statements and show injuries d. Written documentation and photography - D Documentation of all forms of violence should include written documentation as well as photography. A forensic nurse has collected trace evidence. Which of the following best describes what has been collected? a. Fingerprints b. Bloodstains c. Hand gun d. Autopsy report - B The most common types of trace evidence from victims of violence are clothing, bullets, bloodstains, hairs, fibers, and small pieces of material, such as fragments of metal, glass, paint, and wood. A forensic nurse implements a program aimed at preventing domestic abuse. Which of the following levels of prevention is being used? a. Primary prevention b. Secondary prevention c. Tertiary prevention d. Assessment - A Primary prevention focuses on preventing violence and injuries before they occur— program focused on preventing domestic abuse. Secondary prevention occurs following the occurrence of injuries and crime