An Assessment of Barriers to Effective Forensic Nursing Practice in Rape and Abuse Cases in Federal Medical Centre, Katsina State
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Background of the Study: Forensic nursing is a specialized area of nursing that combines healthcare and legal systems, focusing on the care and management of victims of violence, including sexual assault, physical abuse, and neglect (Schwab et al., 2024). In Katsina State, victims of rape and abuse often present to healthcare facilities, where forensic nurses are tasked with collecting evidence, providing medical treatment, and ensuring the victims’ emotional and psychological well-being. However, effective forensic nursing practices are frequently hindered by several barriers, including lack of training, inadequate resources, and legal and institutional challenges.
Rape and abuse cases require a unique set of skills, as nurses must not only address the physical and psychological needs of victims but also ensure that the evidence collected is admissible in legal proceedings (Heilmann et al., 2023). Despite the increasing recognition of forensic nursing, many nurses in Katsina State face barriers that impede their ability to provide comprehensive care. These barriers include insufficient training in forensic evidence collection, lack of forensic kits and tools, and the stigma surrounding sexual abuse and rape cases (Ojewole et al., 2025). Understanding these barriers is crucial for improving forensic nursing practices and ensuring that victims of sexual violence receive proper care and support.
This study aims to assess the barriers to effective forensic nursing practice in rape and abuse cases in Federal Medical Centre, Katsina State, with a focus on identifying the factors that impede the quality of care and evidence collection.
Statement of the Problem: In Katsina State, forensic nursing is an essential component of the healthcare system, especially for victims of rape and abuse. However, numerous barriers limit the effectiveness of forensic nursing practice, including inadequate training, lack of resources, and the complex legal aspects of handling such cases. This study seeks to investigate these barriers and propose solutions for improving forensic nursing practice in Katsina State.
Objectives of the Study:
- To identify the barriers faced by forensic nurses in the management of rape and abuse cases in Federal Medical Centre, Katsina State.
- To evaluate the impact of these barriers on the quality of forensic nursing practice in rape and abuse cases.
- To recommend strategies for overcoming the barriers to effective forensic nursing practice in Katsina State.
Research Questions:
- What are the primary barriers to effective forensic nursing practice in rape and abuse cases in Katsina State?
- How do these barriers impact the quality of care and evidence collection in rape and abuse cases?
- What strategies can be implemented to overcome these barriers and improve forensic nursing practices in Katsina State?
Research Hypotheses:
- Insufficient training and lack of resources are significant barriers to effective forensic nursing practice in rape and abuse cases in Katsina State.
- The quality of forensic nursing practice in rape and abuse cases is negatively affected by the lack of standardized protocols and legal support.
- Nurses with specialized forensic nursing training report fewer barriers and demonstrate higher levels of competency in handling rape and abuse cases.
Scope and Limitations of the Study: This study will focus on forensic nursing practices at Federal Medical Centre, Katsina State, examining the barriers to effective practice in rape and abuse cases. Limitations may include the difficulty in accessing sensitive case data due to confidentiality and the potential reluctance of nurses to report challenges they face in their practice.
Definitions of Terms:
- Forensic nursing: A specialized area of nursing that focuses on providing care to victims of violence while collecting and documenting evidence for legal purposes.
- Rape and abuse cases: Legal terms that refer to instances of sexual assault, physical abuse, or emotional abuse within interpersonal relationships.
- Barriers to practice: Factors that hinder the effective performance of forensic nursing, including lack of training, inadequate resources, and legal and institutional challenges.
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