Forensic Nursing: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Catalog description

This course will explore the professional, ethical, and legal aspects of forensic nursing including the multidisciplinary approach to the care of the sexual assault victim and other victims of violent crime, the collection of forensic evidence and documentation of findings, and testifying in court. This course meets the educational component to take the certification exam as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) nurse. Prerequisite: admission to Nursing (Pre-licensure or completion program for registered nurses); and meet program progression requirements or permission of instructor.