This is a multidisciplinary independent coalition aiming to use an empirical deductive survey developed to explore practices and experiences among nurses currently providing repeat medical forensic examinations (MFE) to sexual assault (SA) patients. The purpose of this survey is to aid with future policy development and guide further research. IRB exempt under the Common Rule 104(d)(4)(ii).

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* 1. Are you an RN practicing MFEs?

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* 2. What region of the US do you perform the majority of your medical forensic exams (MFEs)?

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* 3. Do you practice in more than one region?

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* 4. How are you employed?

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* 5. What is your highest nursing educational level?

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* 6. How many years of experience as an RN do you have?

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* 7. Did you received specialized training in sexual assault examinations? Check all that apply.

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* 8. Were continued education units (CEs) provided for training?

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* 9. Do you have non-nursing degrees? If so please list them

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* 10. How many years of experience do you have as a nurse doing sexual assault examinations?

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* 11. Do you have any special non-SA nursing certifications? If yes please list them

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* 12. In your area, is your facility the only location that provides MFEs?

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