Forensic Nursing State of the Science: Research and Practice Opportunities.

Stacy A Drake; Cathy Koetting; Kathi Thimsen; Nancy Downing; Carolyn Porta; Peggy Hardy; Julie L. Valentine; Cris Finn; Joan C Engebretson

doi:10.1097/JFN.0000000000000181

Forensic Nursing State of the Science: Research and Practice Opportunities.

Stacy A Drake, Cathy Koetting, Kathi Thimsen, Nancy Downing, Carolyn Porta, Peggy Hardy, Julie L. Valentine, Cris Finn, Joan C Engebretson

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Introduction: The International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) is the only nursing organization advancing the forensic nursing specialty. The organization seeks to advance the profession, and one mechanism for doing so is development of a research agenda. Methods: The purpose of this action-based research study was to aid in the development of a forensic nursing research agenda. The study was carried out in two integral stages: (a) focus groups with IAFN members attending the annual conference and (b) reviewing posted IAFN member listserv material. Results: The findings of this study identified similar gaps of other nursing specialties experiencing "growing pains," including role confusion and variation in educational preparation. Conclusion: Findings from this study will inform development of the IAFN 5-year research agenda to advance forensic nursing science and evidence-based practice.

Original language	American English
Journal	Journal of Forensic Nursing
Volume	14
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/JFN.0000000000000181
State	Published - Jan 1 2018
Externally published	Yes

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evidence-based practice
forensic nursing research
forensic nursing research gaps

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Medical Education

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