CFTC CFTC Forensic Documentation & Evidence Collection 2

Question 1

The optimal timeframe for collecting biological evidence after sexual assault in most U.S. forensic protocols is:

Accepted Answer

Within 120 hours (5 days)

Answer

Within 12 hours

Answer

Within 24 hours

Answer

Within 7 days

Question 2

Which evidence collection tool is used to swab for DNA from bite marks on a survivor's skin?

Accepted Answer

Double-swab technique using sterile swabs

Answer

Toluidine blue dye applicator

Answer

Vaginal speculum

Answer

Forensic light source only

Question 3

When documenting injuries in a forensic medical record, the clinician should describe wounds using:

Accepted Answer

Objective measurements, location by body diagram, and descriptive terminology

Answer

Subjective impressions of injury severity

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A brief narrative summary without measurements

Answer

Photographs only, with no written description

Question 4

A forensic clinician observes patterned bruising on a pediatric patient. The MOST appropriate immediate action is to:

Accepted Answer

Wait to see if bruising resolves before reporting

Answer

Photograph and document the injury, then consult with child abuse specialists

Answer

Ask the caregiver to explain the injury before documenting

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Treat the injury and defer forensic concerns to law enforcement

Question 5

Forensic light sources (alternate light sources) in sexual assault examinations are PRIMARILY used to:

Accepted Answer

Detect trace evidence and bodily fluids not visible under normal light

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Assess skin coloration changes related to internal injury

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Diagnose STIs through skin fluorescence

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Measure wound depth and tissue damage

Question 6

Which of the following is the CORRECT order of priority when a survivor presents for forensic examination immediately after assault?

Accepted Answer

Medical stabilization → informed consent → evidence collection → psychological support

Answer

Evidence collection → medical treatment → psychological support

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Psychological support → evidence collection → medical treatment

Answer

Law enforcement notification → evidence collection → medical treatment