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ashley

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How would a registered nurse become a forensic nurse? Select all that apply.
 
  a. No additional education is needed after obtaining an undergraduate nursing de-gree.
  b. Complete additional course work in police science.
  c. Enroll in a certificate program for forensic nursing.
  d. Select a graduate program which offers a track in forensic nursing.

Question 2

A forensic nurse is most likely to collaborate with which professional?
 
  a. Social worker
  b. Corrections officer
  c. Clinic manager
  d. Dietician



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Answer to Question 1

C, D
There are three primary routes for training in forensic nursing. Additional skills and knowledge can be gained through continuing education courses or basic concepts introduced in generalist education. Certificate programs and graduate programs offer additional opportunities to special-ize in forensic nursing.

Answer to Question 2

B
Forensic nurses collaborate with corrections officers and law enforcement, epidemiologists, emergency department providers, psychiatric practitioners, and public health nurses.





 

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