An RN testifies at a trial where domestic violence is being investigated. She had previously assisted with specimen collection and had assessed the victim. The nurse is involved in _____ nursing
a. triage
b. forensic
c. flight
d. entrepreneurial
ANS: B
Correct: The forensic nurse provides direct services to clients and consults with and serves as an expert witness for medical and law enforcement.
Incorrect:
a. A triage nurse provides a decision on what level of care a client involved in a mass disaster will receive and determines priority of order patients.
c. The role of the flight nurse is to care for diverse clients in an autonomous practice while using the opportunity to apply advanced skills.
d. The entrepreneurial nurse would not be employed in this capacity.
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