When a case goes to court, nurses in which role will testify as an expert legal witness about how evidence was collected and the physical and psychological condition of the client?
A) Legal nurse consultant
B) Forensic psychiatric nurse
C) Forensic correctional nurse
D) Sexual assault nurse examiner

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Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) are specially trained to collect evidence in cases of sexual assault and to provide expert testimony about the evidence collected and the condition of the victim. This role directly involves interfacing with the legal system to ensure that the evidence is properly documented and preserved for court proceedings.

When a Case Goes to Court, Nurses in Which Role