Deirdre Is a Forensic Nurse That Has Been Hired by a Prosecutor

question 7

Multiple Choice

Deirdre is a forensic nurse that has been hired by a prosecutor to be an expert witness in an upcoming homicide case. The prosecutor asks Deirdre to say markings on the victim's body were caused by a right-handed individual, even though she believes they were caused by someone who was left-handed. The prosecutor explains that the defendant is right handed, but that he has been a repeat offender of violent crimes. They want to be sure the defendant is incarcerated. When deciding what to do, Deirdre asks herself, "What affect will my testimony have on the rest of the defendant's life?" Which ethical test is Deirdre using?

• A) test of common sense
• B) test of publicity
• C) test of foresight
• D) test of one's best self

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Definitions:

Inquisitorial System

A legal system where the court or a part of the court is actively involved in investigating the facts of the case, as opposed to an adversarial system where cases are presented by opposing parties.

Adversarial System

A legal system where two opposing parties present their arguments and evidence in court, and a neutral third party (judge or jury) adjudicates.

Concerned

Reflects a state of being worried, anxious, or interested about something.

Ethical Misconduct

Actions or behavior by an individual or organization that violates ethical standards or principles.