Forensic Nursing

Course Code:

NHS 356

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Free Elective

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Lab:

0

Credits:

3

ECTS:

5

Course Language:

English

Course Objectives:

Course provides the necessary knowledge and skills for the planning, implementation, evaluation, training and consultancy of nursing interventions within the framework of evidence-based approaches including crisis care to victims and their relatives who apply to a health institution as a result of forensic events.

Course Content:

To explain the role of the nurse, forensic nursing practices and standards in forensic events that result in the deterioration or death of people's physical and mental health due to external influences.

Course Methodology:

1. Lecture 2. Question-answer 11. Brain storming 21. Presentation 24. Video demonstration 25. Book and resource sharing

Course Evaluation Methods:

1. Midterm 2. Final exam 13. Presentation evaluation

Vertical Tabs

Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Program Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
Recognize the signs and symptoms of forensic cases during nursing diagnosis and practice.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13
Explains the process of systematic collection of forensic evidence (gathering evidence, maintaining the integrity of the evidence, recording, reporting).	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13
Knows the duties, responsibilities and different roles of nurses in clinical forensic medicine cases.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13
Explains the elements of medical and forensic examination.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13
Explains the types of violence and what needs to be considered in the identification of victims of violence.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13
Knows the psychological characteristics and nursing approaches of the victims and perpetrators of violence.	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9,10	1,2,3,11,21,24,25	1,2,13

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction to the course syllabus introduction	Related references
2	Historical development of forensic nursing and working areas, roles and responsibilities of forensic nursing	Related references
3	Forensic Nursing in Clinical Medicine Services	Related references
4	Responsibilities of Nurses in Injuries	Related references
5	Domestic Violence	Related references
6	Domestic Violence Continue	Related references
7	Midterm Exam
8	Evaluation of the Midterm Exam Sudden Infant Death Syndrome	Related references
9	Care for the Forensic Psychiatry Patient	Related references
10	Care for the Forensic Psychiatry Patient	Related references
11	Legal Responsibilities of the Nurse	Related references
12	Criminal Science	Related references
13	Euthanasia	Related references
14	Exitus Examination and Autopsy in Forensic Medicine	Related references
15	Course Evaluation Final Exam

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

Scannell J. M. (2020) Adli Hemşirelik Hakkında Bilmemiz Gerekenler Çev. Ed: Ekşi Uymaz P., Akgün M., Manav G. Akademisyen Kitabevi.
Polat O. (2020) Adli Psikolojiye Giriş Seçkin Yayıncılık (3. Ed)
Kalfoğlu E.A, Köprülü A.Ş., Hamzaoğlu N. (2019) Adli Hemşirelik. Akademisyen Kitabevi.
East K. (2019). The Perceived Effectiveness of Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Training for Rural Nurses. Sigma Work Environments Events.
Meredith S.(2018) Fast Facts About Forensic Nursing
Hornor G., & Zeno R. (2018). Child Sexual Abuse Perpetrators: What Forensic Nurses Need to Know. Journal of forensic nursing, 14(4), 206-213.
Weber J.N., Kelley J.H.(2018). Health Assessment in Nursing. Sixth Edition. Wolters Kluwer Health. New York.
Potter P.A., Perry A.G. (2017). Fundamentals of Nursing. Mosby Inc. USA
Price B., Maguire K. (2016). Core curriculum for forensic nursing. International Association ofForensic Nurses
Amar A., Sekula L. K. (2015). A Practical Guide to Forensic Nursing: Incorporating Forensic Principles Into Nursing Practice. Sigma Theta Tau International. Indianapolis USA.
American Nurses association (2014). Forensic Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.2nd Ed., MD: Nursesbookks.org
Hammer R., Moynihan B., Pagliaro E.M. (2013) Forensic Nursing: A Handbook for Practice. 2 Ed. Jones & Bartlett Publishers, USA.
American Association of Legal Nurse Consultants: www.aalnc.org.

Additional Resources

DATABASE - EBSCO eBook Academic Collection

DATABASE - ELSEVIER SCIENCE DIRECT

DATABASE - NURSING REFERENCE CENTER

DATABASE - ELSEVIER CLINICAL SKILLS

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Yeditepe University YULearn,
Assignments	Student’s presentation
Exams	Midterm excam, Final exam, Presentation evaluation

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Midterm Exam	1	30
Presentation evaluation	1	20
Final Exam	1	50
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		50
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		50
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Gains theoretical and practical basic knowledge, skills and attitudes in nursing.					X
2	It meets the health care needs of the individual, family and society with an evidence-based and holistic approach, in line with the nursing process.					X
3	Takes an active role in the health care delivery team.					X
4	Performs professional practices in line with nursing values, ethical principles and relevant legislation.					X
5	Follows scientific developments in the field by using at least one foreign language effectively.			X
6	Gain the ability to communicate effectively, write reports and make presentations.				X
7	Gains the awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning.					X
8	Knows the research and publication process for the production of scientific knowledge specific to nursing and takes part in research.				X
9	Uses critical thinking and clinical decision making skills in professional practice.					X
10	Develops awareness of sensitivity to social and professional problems.					X

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours)	15	3	45
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice)	15	5	75
Mid-term/s	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Work Load			124
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			4,96
ECTS Credit of the Course			5

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