Offering victims of sexual assault compassionate, confidential and non-judgmental care by sexual assault nurse examiners, with specialized education in sexual assault care.
Providing forensic examinations within 7 days of the assault. The examiner will:
- coordinate medical treatment
- forensic examinations
- police involvment as per the patient's wishes
- counselling and follow up
Patients aged 12 and younger will be referred to the Sexual Assualt ResponseTeam Pediatrician available through the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre's Emergency Department.