This 8-hour Child Physical Abuse course will assist the pediatric forensic nurse in increasing comfort and competence in providing comprehensive care for the physically abused child. Presented by advance practice providers, this course will assist the pediatric forensic nurse in identify bruising, head injury, fractures, and other injuries that should raise concern for possible physical abuse. Additionally, the course reviews physical abuse mimics that are commonly mistaken as indicators of abuse. The interactive course includes self-assessment, videos, presentations, and research articles to ensure that the learner comes away with an enhanced ability to provide trauma informed care to our youngest patients. 8 continuing education credits that can be applied to SANE-P certification renewal will be provided.

The International Association of Forensic Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Presenters:
Farha Brink, MD
Ellen Chiocca, PhD, CPNP
Michele Greene, MD
Gail Hornor, DNP, CPNP, SANE-P
Cathy Huber, MD
Kristen Morris, DNP, CPNP, SANE-P

The authors, presenters, and planning committee for this educational activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Upon attending the course in its entirety (due to the criticality of the content) and completing the course evaluation, you will receive a certificate that documents the continuing nursing education contact hours for this activity.