CFPN Forensic Evidence Collection and Chain of Custody

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of maintaining chain of custody for forensic evidence collected by a forensic pharmacy nurse?

Accepted Answer

To ensure evidence integrity and legal admissibility

Answer

To speed up laboratory processing

Answer

To reduce documentation requirements

Answer

To limit access to pharmacy records

Question 2

When collecting urine specimens for drug screening in a forensic setting, which temperature range confirms a freshly voided sample?

Accepted Answer

90–100°F (32–38°C)

Answer

80–90°F (27–32°C)

Answer

70–80°F (21–27°C)

Answer

60–70°F (16–21°C)

Question 3

Which item is NOT typically included on a forensic evidence seal label?

Accepted Answer

Patient's insurance provider

Answer

Date and time of collection

Answer

Collector's name and signature

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Case or medical record number

Question 4

A forensic pharmacy nurse discovers that a sealed evidence bag has been opened before transfer to the lab. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Document the breach and notify the supervising investigator

Answer

Reseal the bag and continue transfer

Answer

Discard the evidence to avoid contamination issues

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Complete the transfer and note it post-lab

Question 5

Which type of packaging is most appropriate for wet biological evidence such as blood-soaked clothing in forensic cases?

Accepted Answer

Paper bag to allow drying and prevent mold

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Plastic bag sealed airtight

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Aluminum foil wrap

Answer

Standard zip-lock bag

Question 6

When is it appropriate for a forensic pharmacy nurse to release evidence directly to a patient's family member?

Accepted Answer

Never without proper legal authorization

Answer

When the family member presents a photo ID

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When the patient gives verbal consent

Answer

When the attending physician approves