ABSTRACT

First responders confronted by forensic cases are forced to consider the competing concerns of administering proper medical treatment while at the same time safeguarding vital evidence. Forensic Science in Healthcare: Caring for Patients, Preserving the Evidence presents precise on-scene protocol designed to ensure that the actions of the response

chapter 1|16 pages

Introduction to Forensics

chapter 2|88 pages

Documentation 17

chapter 3|38 pages

Evidence

chapter 4|30 pages

Domestic Violence and Abuse

chapter 5|30 pages

Sexual Assault

chapter 6|24 pages

Child Abuse and Neglect

chapter 7|16 pages

Sexual Assault of Children

chapter 8|16 pages

Youth Behaviors and Violence

chapter 9|22 pages

Elder Abuse

chapter 10|18 pages

Death Investigation

chapter 11|24 pages

Occupational Issues for Forensic Personnel

chapter 12|8 pages

Legal Issues