CFN Violence and Abuse Patterns 5

Question 1

A forensic nurse notices that a patient's described mechanism of injury (tripping on a rug) is inconsistent with the injury pattern observed. The most appropriate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Document the discrepancy objectively and assess for IPV using a validated tool

Answer

Objective documentation of mechanism-injury discrepancies and validated IPV screening is the appropriate forensic nursing response.

Question 2

Which injury is characteristically associated with immersion burns from child abuse versus accidental scald injuries?

Accepted Answer

Symmetric stocking/glove or doughnut-shaped burns with clear demarcation lines

Answer

Forced immersion produces symmetrical, well-demarcated burns in a stocking or glove distribution, unlike the irregular splash patterns of accidental spills.

Question 3

A perpetrator of intimate partner violence who claims the abuse was caused by alcohol or stress is demonstrating which behavioral pattern?

Accepted Answer

Minimization and externalization of blame

Answer

Blaming alcohol, stress, or the victim's behavior is a minimization and externalization strategy that abusers use to avoid accountability.

Question 4

The RADAR mnemonic for IPV screening in clinical settings stands for:

Accepted Answer

Routinely screen, Ask directly, Document findings, Assess safety, Review options

Answer

RADAR guides clinicians to Routinely screen, Ask directly, Document findings, Assess safety, and Review options with the patient.

Question 5

In sexual violence cases, which forensic evidence has the longest window for successful collection from the vaginal vault?

Accepted Answer

Sperm (spermatozoa)

Answer

Spermatozoa can be detected in the vaginal vault for up to 72–120 hours post-assault, making them the longest-surviving direct biological evidence.

(CFN) Certified Forensic Nurse Practice Test

(CFN) Certified Forensic Nurse Practice Test

CFN Violence and Abuse Patterns 5