Forensic nursing: the emerging field in India

The origins of nursing as a proficient and empathetic occupation can be traced back to Florence Nightingale, who is famously referred to as the "Lady with the Lamp" and she was also known as the founder of modern nursing. Forensic nursing is a modern idea in forensic science that has lately been introduced in India. In this present systematic review paper, we have reviewed the print and electronic media which includes various research articles available in the online journals and textbooks. 'Crime against Women in India' encompasses instances of spousal and familial mistreatment, abductions, physical attacks, and sexual assaults. Amidst the concerning increase in crimes against women, children’s, experts emphasizes the need of forensic nurse examiners. There are various roles and responsibilities of forensic nurses in various fields including sexual assault cases, crime scene investigations, forensic psychiatry, forensic toxicology, forensic pathology, death inquiry, elder abuse, member of legal team and correlational contexts. Forensic nursing is an emerging discipline within the profession of nursing that integrates aspects of law enforcement with healthcare. There is a significant need to enhance forensic nursing education in the india due to the extensive opportunities available in this field. It is necessary to establish and execute graduate, postgraduate, and specialty programs similar to those found in developed countries.