What is a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)?
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) in Kentucky is a registered nurse who:
- Holds a current RN license in Kentucky or another compact state.
- Holds a SANE A/A or SANE P/A credential issued by KBN:
- SANE A/A Is trained in the forensic examination of adults and adolescents, defined as “a child who has reached the onset of physiological normal puberty” or older who has been the victim of sexual assault.
- SANE P/A Is trained in the forensic examination of pediatrics and adolescents, defined as “a child who has not reached the onset of physiological normal puberty” or individuals up to age 18 who have been the victim of sexual assault.
- Collects and preserves evidence and testifies in legal proceedings in accordance with Kentucky law.
What is included in the scope of practice of the SANE?
KRS 216B.400 states the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner with the consent of the victim, or upon the request of the victim, provides examinations to provide basic medical care relating to the incident and gathering samples that may be used as physical evidence. This examination shall include but not be limited to:
- Basic treatment and sample gathering services; and
- Laboratory tests, as appropriate.
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