Talk:Forensic nursing

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Possible Additions
•	Geller, L. (2015). Forensic nursing's game changer. Canadian Nurse, 111(4), 26-30. Retrieved February 15, 2016, from http://search.ebscohost.com.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=rzh&AN=103796098&site=ehost-live -I think this article is relevant because it discusses the many parts involved in the specialty of forensic nursing in different parts of the world. In this article it discusses the development of forensic nursing in Canada, which could be added to that heading in the Wikipedia article.

•	Burgess, A. W., Berger, A. D., & Boersma, R. R.. (2004). Forensic Nursing. The American Journal of Nursing, 104(3), 58–64. Retrieved from http://www.jstor.org/stable/29745577

-This source discusses the history of the forensic nursing specialty development in great detail. The history heading of the Wikipedia is well developed but I think I could find some information to add to the article from this source. Also, it discusses the diverse roles of forensic nurses, which I believe could be expanded upon on Wikipedia.

•	A Kent-Wilkinson, Forensic nursing educational development: an integrated review of the literature, J Psychiatr Ment Health Nurs, Vol. 18, Iss. 3, 2011, 236-246 -Although this is another Canadian, it has great detail on the different areas of forensic nursing. It also examines the importance of educational development and I think that could be added to the article. It has a certification section but does not explain in great detail what is encountered in the education. •	Cataruozolo, Patricia E. "Forensic Nursing: Focus On SANE." Journal Of Legal Nurse Consulting 26.1 (2015): 33-37 5p. CINAHL Plus with Full Text. Web. 22 Feb. 2016. o	http://web.a.ebscohost.com.proxy2.cl.msu.edu/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?sid=17656dd0-1458-4a45-961b-28f568277763%40sessionmgr4002&vid=6&hid=4114 -I think this article could be useful because it talks in detail about a sub- specialty of forensic nursing. This could be added to the Wikipedia article in the section for roles, or I could even make a section that involves the different areas of forensic nursing. •	Hammer, Rita, PhD,R.N., C.S. "Caring in Forensic Nursing: Expanding the Holistic Model." Journal of Psychosocial Nursing & Mental Health Services 38.11 (2000): 18-24. ProQuest. Web. 22 Feb. 2016. -This article could be a good source because it talks a lot about specific qualities that a nurse needs to have to be in this specialty. I think it could be added to the roles section on Wikipedia because I could discuss or reference the roles of a nurse but then expand on the different more specific qualities of a forensic nurse.

These are some possible suggestions for my Wikipedia project! Lsherry9 (talk) 03:04, 23 February 2016 (UTC)

Addition to Lead Section
I began to write a possible new lead section...

Forensic Nursing is defined as the application of the nursing process to public or legal proceedings, and the application of forensic health care in the scientific investigation of trauma and/or death related to abuse, violence, criminal activity, liability, and accidents. (Lynch, 2004) Before there was a specialty recognized as forensic nursing, the term used was clinical forensic medicine. This term describes the use of clinical practices to support judicial proceedings to protect a victim, usually after death has occurred. It was not until the late 20th century that medical professionals wanted more collaboration between the medical and legal systems. In the United States this problem began to be addressed. A strong advocate for the forensic nursing specialty in United States was Virginia Lynch. She pushed to have the specialty recognized and helped to form programs in the U.S. for proper education. In the 1980’s articles were being written about how the important evidence needed to build a legal case was not being preserved during the treatment of a victim. From there began an explanation of the nurse’s role in not just forensic medicine but also the criminal justice system when dealing with a victim of violence. Most nurses practice with the holistic framework of body, mind and spirit. With forensic nursing established, the role of a nurse was altered to also include the law. There has been an establishment of this specialty but it was not created to have nurses become investigators. Their goal is to work with a possible victim and make sure the proper medical but also forensic tasks are accomplished. The forensic evidence is then passed on to the criminal justice system for proper investigation. This specialty has started to be recognized worldwide and is helping to promote an international focus on violence. The nurses are becoming vital resources for the healthy relationship needed between the health and justice systems.

Lynch, V. A. (n.d.). Forensic Nursing Science. 1-16. Retrieved from http://samples.jbpub.com/9780763792008/92008_CH01_Chapter1.pdf

http://samples.jbpub.com/9780763792008/92008_CH01_Chapter1.pdf

I have some possible contributions that I would like to make to this article. First, I would like to add to the lead section. The lead section for this article is very short and it could include a lot more detail. I would also like to maybe add some more to the history section. It it brief and to the point but I think there are some details that could be added to help explain the progression of the specialty. Another addition I would like to make is to add a new heading regarding the techniques used by forensic nurses as well as what they might encounter in the field. This specialty may encounter some different scenarios than a typical hospital setting. These are just a fews thoughts of mine! :) Lsherry9 (talk) 00:53, 1 March 2016 (UTC)

Peer Review
The article does a good job listing the steps forensic nurses take when dealing with a possible abuse case. Are these the steps all forensic nurses take worldwide or just the approach nurses in the U.S take? Might want to clarify in order to maintain a neutral point of view. You mention there has been a recent integration of written verbal questionaries’… [8] Is this specific to the U.S or globally? You do a good job explaining the steps in the second section as well. I really enjoyed reading your article and the different details and steps involved in forensic nursing. Your topic is a topic many do not think of when they think of nursing. To improve your article I would make sure your information is from a neutral point of view or clarify that the steps you explain is the United State’s approach to forensic nursing. Overall, good job and good luck during the rest of the project! --Devours2 (talk) 17:26, 4 April 2016 (UTC)