Author Question: A forensic nurse assesses a child who has injuries that indicate possible abuse. What is the best ... (Read 59 times)

cagreen833 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

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

Question 2

A nurse uses the scope and standards for forensic nursing practice to differentiate this practice from other nursing specialties. Which parameter best describes the practice of forensic nursing?

a. Assessment includes assessing the community for potential violence.
b. Identification of outcomes of care are accomplished by collaborating with health care professionals.
c. Coordination of care involves education and other strategies to prevent injuries well after the occurrence.
d. Evaluation of outcomes relates to program evaluation.

Juro · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Documentation of all forms of violence should include written documentation as well as photo-graphy.

Answer to Question 2

D
Coordination of care relevant to forensic outcomes often involves education and other strategies to prevent injuries well after the occurrence, perhaps after the death of an individual who has been injured. Assessment includes the collection of forensic data, identification of realistic out-comes of care are most commonly performed in collaboration with a team of professionals out-side of nursing and medicine, and evaluation of outcomes may involve dissemination of results to the client and the community.