Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) A Practice Exam

What is the focus of evaluation in forensic nursing according to Standard 6?

1. Assessing patient satisfaction

2. Identifying community health needs

3. Progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes

4. Compliance with legal regulations

The correct answer is: Progress toward attainment of goals and outcomes

The focus of evaluation in forensic nursing, as outlined in Standard 6, centers on progress toward the attainment of goals and outcomes. This standard emphasizes the importance of assessing whether the care provided to patients is effective in achieving desired results, which may include recovery, justice, or other specific objectives related to the care of patients who have experienced violence or trauma. In forensic nursing, the evaluation process involves determining how well the interventions have supported the patient's needs, assisted in legal matters, and contributed to overall patient safety and health. It also reflects a commitment to ongoing improvement in practice by allowing nurses to understand what works well and what may need to be changed or enhanced in their approach to care. In contrast, while assessing patient satisfaction and identifying community health needs are important aspects of nursing practice, they do not specifically relate to the evaluation aspects highlighted in Standard 6. Compliance with legal regulations is essential in forensic nursing, but it is more about adherence to laws than about evaluating outcomes related to patient care goals. Thus, the emphasis on progress toward goals provides a clear framework within which forensic nurses can assess their effectiveness in delivering specialized care.