SANE CERTIFICATION PRACTICE
QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED
SOLUTIONS 2023/2024
Which of the following best describes expert witness testimony in a
... [Show More] sexual abuse trial?
a. the witness presents the patient's medical history and physical findings while
advocating for the patient
b. the witness presents the patients medical history and physical exam findings and can
offer an opinion based on the witness's area of expertise.
c. The witness presents the patient's medical history and physical exam findings while
supporting the position of the prosecuting attorney
d. the witness presents the patient's medical history and physical exam findings, making
sure not to provide an opinion. - CORRECT ANSWER B. Expert witnesses are qualified
by a court system based on their knowledge, skill, training, and experience. An expert
witness may testify about scientific, nursing, or medical concepts and may offer an
opinion based on the witness's expertise. Expert witness testimony does not advocate
for the patient and is not influenced by an attorney's position.
A sexual assault nurse examiner takes the witness stand and is asked questions that
highlight their qualifications (e.g., education, specialized training, relevant experience,
skills, publications, and prior experience teaching other SANEs). The judge asks a
couple of additional questions. What is the purpose of this line of questioning? -
CORRECT ANSWER D. A witness must be established as an expert by the presiding
judge. The attorney asks questions of the witness to highlight the witness's professional
qualifications including education, specialized training, and experience. A lay witness
does not need to possess specific qualifications. Direct examination is the initial
questioning of a witness to obtain evidence on a case. Voir dire questioning is
performed by the opposing counsel to challenge the witness's qualifications.
What are the stages of grooming?
(Many stages happen insidiously and simultaneously) - CORRECT ANSWER - Identify
a victim
- Increase role in victim's life
- Make assurance of power difference
- Gain trust
- Establish secrecy
- Isolate
- Slowly introduce nonsexual to sexual touch
An 18-year-old male patient is found by police unconscious in a car on the side of the
road with his pants and underwear off, and brought into the ED. The patient is from a
different country, speaks minimal English, and is having a difficult time understanding
the sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE), when the SANE arrives. In order to provide
patient-centered care, what is the most appropriate way to communicate the medical
forensic exam options for this patient?
A. Obtain a professional medical language interpreter for communication
B. Speak more slowly and loudly to help the patient understand you better.
C. Print all materials in the preferred language for the patient to read before the exam.
D. Provide a phone for the patient to call someone to help translate. - CORRECT
ANSWER A. Obtain a professional medical language interpreter for communication.
An 18-year-old male patient was partying at a hotel and doesn't remember anything
after drinking a few mixed drinks he was given. He states that he thinks that he has
been sexually assaulted. Applying what the sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE)
knows regarding special challenges in vulnerable populations after the medical forensic
examination, what is the most important follow-up care for this patient?
A. A referral to a sexually transmitted infection clinic
B. A social work consult to offer an inpatient substance abuse treatment program
C. A referral to primary care provider to address alcohol use and other health concerns.
D. Immediate contact with and ongoing support through advocacy services and social
support. - CORRECT ANSWER D. Immediate contact with and ongoing support through
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