Garbacz Bader and Gabriel (nursing, BryanLGH College of Health Sciences) and six co-authors explore forensic science and the varied work and responsibilities of nurses working in the field. They also detail the important role of forensic nurses in multidisciplinary investigations. Among the topics in the book are: forensic nursing education guidelines and qualifications, forensic science, crime scene investigation, the nursing process, forensic nursing and the law, psychosocial aspects of crime, injuries and death, child abuse, partner violence, sexual assault, profiling, and forensic anthropology. The text is supported by explanatory flowcharts and each chapter includes references for additional study. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)