Forensic Evidence Collection for Texas Nurses: Sexual Assault Survivor Examination Guidelines

Forensic Evidence Collection for Texas Nurses: Sexual Assault Survivor Examination Guidelines is organized by Wild Iris Medical Education, Inc.

Expiration Date: 2026-10-01

Course Description:
MANDATORY TEXAS NURSING CEU. Fulfills the 2-hour continuing nursing education (CNE) requirement for Texas nurses practicing in an emergency department setting. Course covers assessment, forensic evidence collection procedures, documentation, and providing testimony.

Course Learning Objectives:
1) Identify key points of the Texas Evidence Collection Protocol for sexual assault.
2) List the types of sexual assault forensic exams.
3) Discuss elements of patient-centered care.
4) Describe the sexual assault evidence kit (SAEK).
5) Outline the steps involved in collecting forensic evidence.
6) Explain how best to document and photograph evidence.
7) Summarize the means used to preserve the integrity and security of evidence of a sexual assault.