Alternate light sources in sexual assault examinations: an evidence-based practice project

• Published in: Journal of forensic nursing Vol. 8; no. 1; p. 39
• Main Authors: Eldredge, Kelli, Huggins, Emily, Pugh, Linda C
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States 01.03.2012
• Subjects: DNA - isolation & purification; Evidence-Based Nursing; Female; Fluorescence; Forensic Nursing; Gynecological Examination - instrumentation; Humans; Light; Male; Rape - diagnosis; Semen; Specimen Handling

The ability of sexual assault nurse examiners to correctly identify and collect DNA evidence improves patient outcomes and prosecution rates. The purpose of this paper is to present findings from a collaborative evidence-based practice (EBP) project between forensic nurses and baccalaureate nursing...