Employ a Trauma-Informed Approach to Care
ACEP Now
DECEMBER 7, 2024
A 28-year-old female is brought to the emergency department (ED) by police after a sexual assault. The police officer is waiting for the sexual assault evidence kit. Stress to the patient that they can refuse any or all parts of the medical forensic examination. and chair of the Forensic Section of ACEP.
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