30-minute Research and Evidence-Based Practice presentation
(Code 28) Development of an Evidence-Based Protocol: Trauma-Informed Pelvic Exams in the Emergency Department
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM US CT
Earn .5 CE
Session Level: All Levels (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced) Accepted for SANE Certification: SANE-A, SANE-P Available during Live and/or Virtual Conference (subject to change): Live/Virtual Session Trigger Warning: Sexual violence
An evidence-based protocol and practice guideline for providing trauma-informed pelvic exams was developed to help providers perform trauma-informed pelvic exams on patients, improve provider confidence with trauma-informed exams, and increase patient satisfaction. The guide provides preferred language, scripting, and recommended techniques. It was evaluated by the providers with positive results.
Learning Outcomes:
Increased knowledge about:
developing an evidence based, trauma-informed policy for providers care for patients requiring pelvic exams.
how to evaluate a protocol using an interprofessional team.
provider feedback on a evidence based trauma-informed based policy for pelvic exams.
