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Pediatric

 Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Course

 

Next Course Date

November 2 - 6, 2009

 

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Adolescent / Adult Sexual Assault

Nurse Examiner Course

 

Next Course Date

March 16 - 20, 2009

 

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Additional Dates

Sept. 14-18, 2009

 

Understanding the Facts

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84% of rape victims know their attackers.  The rapist may be a relative, friend, co-worker, date or other acquaintance.

bulletIn the United States, 1.3 women are raped every minute.
bulletOne out of every eight men will be sexually assaulted in his lifetime.
bulletExperts estimate that as many as 90% of all rapes are never reported.

 

If you or someone you know has been raped:

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You are not to blame for what has happened to you regardless of the circumstances.

bulletGo to a safe place and dial 911.
bulletDo not bathe/shower, brush teeth, use the restroom, change clothes, smoke or drink if at all possible.
bulletBring identification and a change of clothing with you to the Center if possible.

 

Why seek treatment:

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To be sure you are okay.

bulletTo be examined by a sexual assault nurse examiner with experience in collecting evidence and photographing injuries.
bulletTo protect yourself against sexually transmitted diseases and receive education about possible pregnancy.
bulletTo collect evidence of the sexual assault.

 

Fort Wayne Sexual Assault Treatment Center

2270 Lake Avenue, Suite 201

Fort Wayne, IN  46805

Phone:  (260) 423-2222   Emergency:  (260) 430-0369    Fax:  (260) 425-3334     E-Mail:  ftwsatc@comcast.net