The Nurse Is Assisting with the Collection of Evidence for a Female

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is assisting with the collection of evidence for a female client who is the victim of sexual assault. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A) Drawing blood to test for gonorrhea
• B) Placing each piece of clothing in a plastic bag
• C) Pulling hair from the head and pubic region as evidence
• D) Collecting a urine sample if drug-facilitated rape is suspected
• E) Obtaining informed consent prior to photographing the injured areas

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Definitions:

Contractual Remedies

Legal means available to a party under a contract to enforce its rights or compensate for the other party's breach.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to a plaintiff, over and above actual damages, intended to punish the defendant and deter future similar acts.

Breaching Party

The individual or entity that violates the terms of a contract or legal agreement.

Contract Law

The body of law that governs the making, validity, enforcement, and termination of contracts between parties.