Preparing staff for testimony in sexual assault cases.
The medico-legal interface is an important element to successful team relationships in the prosecution of sexual assault. Partnerships between clinical risk managers and attorneys can ease the process for health care professionals.
Cashman
Deborah P
DP
Benak
Lynda D
LD
D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003142:Communication; D005104:Expert Testimony / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000379:methods*; D053604:Forensic Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D011939:Mental Recall; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D010934:Planning Techniques; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011902:Rape / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D012308:Risk Management / Q000458:organization & administration*