A atuação do enfermeiro no atendimento forense a mulheres vítimas de violência sexual: uma revisão da literatura
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Objective: To analyze the role of the forensic nurse in caring for women who are victims of sexual violence. Methodology: This is a narrative literature review, conducted between December 2025 and January 2026, using databases such as PubMed®, SciELO, LILACS, ScienceDirect, MEDLINE, and Web of Science, covering publications from 2020 to 2026. Descriptors in both Portuguese and English were used: (Enfermagem Forense OR Forensic Nursing), (Violência contra a Mulher OR Violence Against Women), (Papel do Profissional de Enfermagem OR Nurse's Role), as well as the descriptor (Delitos Sexuais OR Sex Offenses), combined using the Boolean operators AND and OR. Results: The forensic nurse's role in caring for women victims of sexual violence goes beyond traditional clinical care, positioning themselves as the cornerstone between healthcare assistance and the justice system. The analysis highlights that, although this professional plays a strategic role in providing humanized care and preserving the chain of custody, the practice still faces significant barriers, such as fragmented protocols and a lack of specialized training. Conclusion: The implementation of advanced practice models, inspired by programs like SANE, is crucial to reducing revictimization and ensuring the production of robust forensic evidence.
Source: Amazônia Science & Health
Language: English
Subfield: Health
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7212366161