Standard III states that the forensic nurse acquires and maintains current knowledge in forensic nursing practice and integrates the learning into daily practice. To achieve this standard, the forensic nurse completes all of the following except what?
A) Participating in continuing education programs
B) Seeking experience to maintain competence
C) Participating in legal action against the perpetrator
D) Seeking knowledge and skills appropriate to the practice setting
Ans: C
To achieve Standard III of the Standards of Professional Performance, the forensic nurse seeks experience to maintain competence, participates in ongoing activities related to clinical knowledge and professional issues, and seeks knowledge and skills appropriate to the practice setting. Participation in legal action against the perpetrator is not part of Standard III.
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