A female patient was sexually assaulted when leaving work. When assisting with the physical examination, what nursing interventions should be provided?
a) Record a history of the event, using the patient's own words.
b) Ensure that the police are present when the examination is performed.
c) Assess and document any bruises and lacerations.
d) Label all torn or bloody clothes and place each item in a separate brown bag so that any evidence can be given to the police.
e) Have the patient shower or wash the perineal area before the examination.
Asnwer:
• Record a history of the event, using the patient's own words.
• Label all torn or bloody clothes and place each item in a separate brown bag so that any evidence can be given to the police.
• Assess and document any bruises and lacerations.