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Collecting Objective Data

This document discusses preparing for and conducting a physical examination for cases of abuse. It notes that equipment for examinations may vary depending on the specific injuries. For children, it is important to make them comfortable and include parents, but be aware the parent could be the abuser. For adults, the injuries will determine the focus of examination, and preparing the patient for a complete exam is ideal if possible. It also describes the role of SANE nurses for rape examinations and the importance of a multidisciplinary SART for providing specialized care and collecting evidence.

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Collecting Objective Data

This document discusses preparing for and conducting a physical examination for cases of abuse. It notes that equipment for examinations may vary depending on the specific injuries. For children, it is important to make them comfortable and include parents, but be aware the parent could be the abuser. For adults, the injuries will determine the focus of examination, and preparing the patient for a complete exam is ideal if possible. It also describes the role of SANE nurses for rape examinations and the importance of a multidisciplinary SART for providing specialized care and collecting evidence.

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Collecting Objective Data: Equipment

Physical Examination  Vary depending on the specific injuries


Preparing the Client/Patient  For a general examination:
 For Children: o Equipment to measure vital signs
o Make certain that the child is as (Body Temperature, Pulse Rate, Blood
comfortable Pressure, Respiration Rate)
o Include the parent;
 but be aware that the Physical Assessment
parent accompanying the  Key Points:
child may be the abuser. o Provide privacy for the
 If this is the case it may client/patient
complicate the full o Keep your hands warm to promote
examination, with incorrect comfort for the client during
information being provided examination
by the parent to questions o Remain non-judgmental
ask by the nurse. (objective) to client’s habit,
 For Adults: lifestyle, and any contributing
o Specific injuries involved will factors to the abuse.
determine the focus of physical o Educate and inform about risks
examination. and possibilities for assistance.
o If possible, prepare the client for a
complete physical examination.
 If rape is involved, arrange
a consultation with, and
examination by, SANE
(Sexual Assault Nurse
Examiner)
 The need by the
victim for support
and care during
high-stress time,
doctors, nurses,
counsellors, and
rape victim
advocates
recognized the need
for specialized care.
 Physical evidence obtained
may be used in court.
 SART (Sexual Assault
Response/Resource Team)
 Team members: SANE,
Police/Sheriff, Detective,
Prosecutor, Rape Crises,
Center
Advocates/Counselor,
Emergency Dept. Medical
Personnel

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