The nurse is hired to work with a police department. Which action should the nurse expect to complete when functioning as a forensic nurse?
1. Prove insanity
2. Collect evidence
3. Collect data to prevent conviction
4. Determine if malpractice occurred
2. Collect evidence
Explanation:
Forensic nursing includes the collection of evidence, as well as providing assessment, evaluation, and expert testimony regarding a criminal defendant's state of mind at the time of a crime or the ability of the defendant to participate in legal defense proceedings. The forensic nurse does not prove insanity, collect data to prevent a conviction, or participate in malpractice cases.
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