When assessing a sexual assault victim, the sexual assault nurse examiner should:
A) Respect the patient's privacy and sensitivity.
B) Shave all pubic hair for laboratory analysis.
C) Place items for evidence in plastic bags.
D) Bathe the patient before the examination.
Ans: A
Feedback: The patient's privacy and sensitivity must be respected because the patient will be experiencing a stress response to the assault. Pubic hair is combed or trimmed for sampling. Paper bags are used for evidence collection because plastic bags retain moisture, which promotes mold and mildew that can destroy evidence. Bathing the patient before the examination destroys or removes key evidence.
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