Which characteristics best qualify a nurse for employment as a forensic psychiatric nurse? Select all that apply
a. Incorporation of "street smarts" into clinical practice
b. Comfortable in a variety of practice settings
c. Desire to punish perpetrators of crime
d. Able to think clearly under stress
e. Autonomous and self-sufficient
f. Critical care skills
ANS: A, B, D, E
Forensic nursing requires the ability to address the issues and provide care in a truly neutral manner. All forensic nurses, whatever their specific title or responsibilities, must therefore be objective and not be motivated by any personal beliefs about what should or should not happen to patients involved in the criminal justice system. Street smarts can be a desirable trait in working with perpetrators, especially in hostage negotiation situations. Forensic nurses practice in a wide variety of nontraditional settings. While forensic nurses are often members of teams, autonomy and self-sufficiency are important traits. Forensic nurses do not need critical care skills.
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