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What are the three areas encompassed by the scope of forensic nursing practice according to the ANA and IAFN?

The three areas are: application of nursing-related sciences, including biopsychosocial education, to public or legal proceedings; application of the forensic aspects of health care in scientific investigation; and treatment of trauma or death victims and perpetrators (or alleged perpetrators) of abuse, violence, criminal activity, and traumatic accidents.

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  • Application of nursing-related sciences, including biopsychosocial education, to public or legal proceedings
  • Application of forensic aspects of health care in scientific investigation
  • Treatment of trauma or death victims and perpetrators (or alleged perpetrators) of abuse, violence, criminal activity, and traumatic accidents
Source:Basic Concepts of Psychiatric–Mental Health Nursing· Forensic Nursing Practice· p. 83–88

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