Physical Examination and Evidence Collection Resources
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TEN-4 Bruising and TEN-4-FACESp Mnemonics
The TEN-4 Bruising and TEN-4-FACESp Mnemonics assist in identifying bruising that is suspicious for child abuse in infants and preschoolers/young children.
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Interpretation of Medical Findings in Suspected Child Sexual Abuse Reference Article - 2023
This peer-reviewed article discusses the interpretation of medical findings in suspected child sexual abuse.
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Substances tested for by the KY state crime lab when a toxicology kit is submitted can be found here
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Chain of custody form - sample
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Guidance for Investigators
This 4-page reference document designed for investigators provides concrete reasons to access acute and non-acute exams for a child, how to access exams, reasons for medical follow-up, information about CAC medical exams, the timing of exams, and how to access more information. Developed by CAC Kentucky In collaboration with the University of Kentucky Division of Pediatric Forensic Medicine.