Standing by, ready to serve: The case for forensic nurses in uniform

Abstract

The purpose of this article was to give a brief synopsis of the background and history of forensic nursing and how it can be translated into a military application. The unique setting of military health care and equally distinctive stressors placed upon members of the military calls for greater commitment by the Department of Defense to meet those needs with trained professionals who can offer holistic and appropriate care, both at home and abroad. Copyright © by Association of Military Surgeons of U.S., 2008.