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Mr. Wonderful

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A forensic nurse would benefit from additional knowledge in the area of what?
 
  A) Pathology
  B) Epidemiology
  C) Immunology
  D) Sociology

Question 2

Which of the following examples of nursing practice are likely to be components of a forensic nurse's scope of practice? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) A nurse testifies in court about the biopsychosocial effects of abuse.
  B) A nurse drafts clinical practice guidelines for the management of withdrawal from narcotics.
  C) A nurse teaches youth how to prevent accidents and head injuries.
  D) A nurse provides care for a woman who is a victim of an assault.
  E) A nurse assesses a patient who is alleged to have struck a pedestrian while drinking and driving.



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Among the roles performed by forensic nurses is consultation and expert testimony in areas related to specialized diagnoses of specific conditions as related to forensic nursing and/or pathology. As such, an advanced knowledge of pathology is an asset to the forensic nurse.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, D, E
The application of biopsychosocial education to proceedings and the treatment of victims and perpetrators of crime are within the scope of practice for forensic nurses. Managing drug withdrawal and performing public health education are not within the scope of practice.



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