Community Final Exam – Forensic & Correctional
Nursing 2025 | Verified Questions & Answers
1. Why is it important for a legal nurse consultant to review the written
transcript after a deposition?
To assess the credibility of the attorneys present during the
deposition.
To prepare for the next deposition by memorizing the questions
asked.
To provide a summary of the case to the attorneys involved.
To ensure that all statements made during the deposition are
accurately recorded and to identify any discrepancies.
2. Why is it important for correctional nurses to understand the health
histories of female prisoners?
It is not important; all prisoners receive the same care.
It only helps in legal cases, not in health care.
It allows nurses to avoid interacting with prisoners.
Understanding health histories helps identify trauma and health
needs, guiding appropriate care.
3. Describe the significance of supervised clinical hours in the preparation for
forensic nursing specialty practice.
Supervised clinical hours only focus on administrative tasks.
Supervised clinical hours are optional and not necessary for forensic
nursing.
, Supervised clinical hours are primarily for learning legal
terminology.
Supervised clinical hours provide hands-on experience and
mentorship essential for developing skills in forensic nursing.
4. What type of educational program is recommended for those pursuing a
career in forensic nursing?
Self-study through textbooks
High school diploma with nursing experience
College-based educational program including supervised clinical
hours and internship
Online certification course
5. If a legal nurse consultant is preparing an affidavit for a case involving
allegations of abuse, what specific analysis should they include to support
their findings?
An analysis of the medical evidence related to the allegations of
abuse and its implications.
A comparison of similar cases from previous years.
A list of potential witnesses for the trial.
A summary of the legal definitions of abuse according to state law.
6. Describe the significance of maintaining a chain of custody in forensic
nursing.
Maintaining a chain of custody is primarily for the nurse's protection
against legal issues.
, Maintaining a chain of custody is irrelevant if the victim does not
wish to pursue legal action.
Maintaining a chain of custody ensures that evidence is preserved
and can be reliably used in legal proceedings.
Maintaining a chain of custody is only necessary for physical
evidence, not for patient interviews.
7. Why is it important for a correctional nurse to recognize a prisoner's right to
refuse treatment, especially in the context of mental illness?
Recognizing the right to refuse treatment respects the autonomy
of the patient and acknowledges their mental health status.
It allows the nurse to administer medication without consent.
It ensures that the nurse can avoid legal repercussions.
It helps in maintaining order within the correctional facility.
8. If a forensic nurse fails to properly document the chain of custody for
evidence collected from a sexual assault victim, what potential impact
could this have on a legal case?
The evidence may be deemed inadmissible in court, weakening
the prosecution's case.
The evidence will automatically be accepted as valid regardless of
documentation.
The victim will be required to testify about the evidence in court.
The nurse will face criminal charges for mishandling evidence.
9. What is one key responsibility of a legal nurse consultant in preparation for
court testimony?
Nursing 2025 | Verified Questions & Answers
1. Why is it important for a legal nurse consultant to review the written
transcript after a deposition?
To assess the credibility of the attorneys present during the
deposition.
To prepare for the next deposition by memorizing the questions
asked.
To provide a summary of the case to the attorneys involved.
To ensure that all statements made during the deposition are
accurately recorded and to identify any discrepancies.
2. Why is it important for correctional nurses to understand the health
histories of female prisoners?
It is not important; all prisoners receive the same care.
It only helps in legal cases, not in health care.
It allows nurses to avoid interacting with prisoners.
Understanding health histories helps identify trauma and health
needs, guiding appropriate care.
3. Describe the significance of supervised clinical hours in the preparation for
forensic nursing specialty practice.
Supervised clinical hours only focus on administrative tasks.
Supervised clinical hours are optional and not necessary for forensic
nursing.
, Supervised clinical hours are primarily for learning legal
terminology.
Supervised clinical hours provide hands-on experience and
mentorship essential for developing skills in forensic nursing.
4. What type of educational program is recommended for those pursuing a
career in forensic nursing?
Self-study through textbooks
High school diploma with nursing experience
College-based educational program including supervised clinical
hours and internship
Online certification course
5. If a legal nurse consultant is preparing an affidavit for a case involving
allegations of abuse, what specific analysis should they include to support
their findings?
An analysis of the medical evidence related to the allegations of
abuse and its implications.
A comparison of similar cases from previous years.
A list of potential witnesses for the trial.
A summary of the legal definitions of abuse according to state law.
6. Describe the significance of maintaining a chain of custody in forensic
nursing.
Maintaining a chain of custody is primarily for the nurse's protection
against legal issues.
, Maintaining a chain of custody is irrelevant if the victim does not
wish to pursue legal action.
Maintaining a chain of custody ensures that evidence is preserved
and can be reliably used in legal proceedings.
Maintaining a chain of custody is only necessary for physical
evidence, not for patient interviews.
7. Why is it important for a correctional nurse to recognize a prisoner's right to
refuse treatment, especially in the context of mental illness?
Recognizing the right to refuse treatment respects the autonomy
of the patient and acknowledges their mental health status.
It allows the nurse to administer medication without consent.
It ensures that the nurse can avoid legal repercussions.
It helps in maintaining order within the correctional facility.
8. If a forensic nurse fails to properly document the chain of custody for
evidence collected from a sexual assault victim, what potential impact
could this have on a legal case?
The evidence may be deemed inadmissible in court, weakening
the prosecution's case.
The evidence will automatically be accepted as valid regardless of
documentation.
The victim will be required to testify about the evidence in court.
The nurse will face criminal charges for mishandling evidence.
9. What is one key responsibility of a legal nurse consultant in preparation for
court testimony?
