Forensic Evidence Collection, Texas Providers
Provided by: HealthStream, Inc.
CE: 2 Hour(s)
$20
The purpose of this educational course is to enhance the knowledge and clinical skills of all registered nurses in conducting a comprehensive, trauma-informed, patient-centered medical forensic examination and specimen collection.
After completing this learning activity, the participant should be able to:
- Recognize the intersection of the science of nursing and forensic nursing.
- Recognize trauma-informed, culturally competent patient-centered care.
- Identify appropriate use of Informed Consent.
- Identify the scope and limitations of confidentiality issues.
- Recognize what situations mandate reporting.
2.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Per Board rule 166.2(a)(6), a physician who performs forensic examinations on sexual assault survivors must have basic forensic evidence collection training or the equivalent education. Health & Safety Code 323.0045