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Handling Forensic Specimens
By: Periop Today
Published: 4/10/2024
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Mastering Forensic Specimen Handling: What Periop Nurses Need to Know
Handling forensic evidence in healthcare is crucial for legal proceedings. This article explores the importance of preserving evidence like bullets, weapons, and biological materials during patient care and surgery. Learn how to maintain the integrity of forensic evidence through proper collection, documentation, and chain of custody protocols, ensuring its admissibility in court and supporting justice in legal cases.
The Stitch it’s a free online magazine, featuring brief, practical, and interactive articles. The Stitch is designed to help new periop RNs address clinical, interpersonal, and motivational challenges. You’ll find educational articles, videos, polls, games, and more.
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