When “SANE” and Trafficking Meet


Amanda McDole, BSN, RN, SANE-A | September 20 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

Topic: Healthcare | Knowledge Level: Intermediate, Advance | Location: Room 2592

This presentation includes detailed information about how the sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) is able to help a victim of trafficking. The presenter will describe how the patient benefits from an exam completed by a trained SANE nurse and medical treatment options for patients. The presentation will conclude with a few case studies of patients that were seen and treated by SANE trained nurses. Suggestions will be provided for caring for this difficult patient population.

Presentation Objectives:

·  Provide a detailed overview of how SANE’s help victims of trafficking

·  Describe how patients can benefit from a skilled SANE nurse

·  Present case studies

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