A Forensic Nurse's Guide to Addressing Sexual Assault, Support, and Reporting Paths
A Forensic Nurse's Guide to Addressing Sexual Assault, Support, and Reporting Paths  
Podcast: Nurse Converse, presented by Nurse.org
Published On: Tue Apr 02 2024
Description: Disclaimer: This episode contains a discussion on sexual assault, suicide, self-harm, pedophilia, and the elderly. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of Nurse Converse, Leah Helmbrecht, BSN, RN, also known as @offtheclocknurse, discusses her work as a forensic nurse examiner and sexual assault nurse examiner. She confronts the pervasive misconceptions surrounding sexual assault, emphasizing that it is not about sex but rather about power and control and transcends demographics, affecting individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Tune in for an insightful and informative discussion on these critical issues. >>A Forensic Nurse's Guide to Addressing Sexual Assault, Support, and Reporting PathsJump Ahead to Listen:[01:45] Sexual Assault Awareness Month.[05:46] Men being sexually assaulted.[11:11] Misconceptions about sexual assault.[16:23] Reporting options for assault victims.[24:23] Genitalia examination details.[29:34] Cost of sexual assault.[33:15] Thoughtful cards for empowerment.[36:25] Spreading positivity and self-expression.Connect With Leah on social media:Instagram: offtheclocknurseTikTok: offtheclocknurseFB: Off The Clock Nurse TravelsFor more information, full transcript and videos visit Nurse.org/podcastJoin our newsletter at nurse.org/joinInstagram: @nurse_orgTikTok: @nurse.orgFacebook: @nurse.orgYouTube: Nurse.org