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Improving the forensic documentation of injuries through alternate light: A researcher-practitioner partnership

NCJ Number
305161
Journal
Journal of Forensic Nursing Dated: April 2022
Date Published
April 2022
Annotation

This article introduces the forensic nursing community to a current translation-into-practice project focused on developing and evaluating an ALS implementation program to improve the assessment and documentation of bruises among adult patients with a history of interpersonal violence.

Abstract

In the current study, our researcher–practitioner collaboration uses theory-based approaches that consider both the developed program's practice context and stakeholder impact. The goal is to provide evidentiary support for adult victims of violence and a more equitable forensic nursing practice that benefits diverse patient populations. (Publisher abstract provided)

 

Date Published: April 1, 2022