SANE-A Practice Test 2026 — Free SANE-A Exam Prep Questions
The SANE-A credential recognizes registered nurses who provide medical forensic care to adult and adolescent patients after sexual assault. Our practice set follows the most recent published SANE-A test content outline: trauma-informed assessment and documentation, evidence collection and chain of custody, prophylaxis and follow-up care, legal and courtroom issues, and professional practice.
Before starting the medical forensic exam, a SANE explains consent to the patient. Which statement is accurate?
SANE-A format, scoring & key facts
Facts last verified Oct 5, 2026. Source: www.forensicnurses.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/SANE-A_Test_Content_Outline.pdf. Always confirm details with ANCC before your exam.
When can you take the SANE-A?
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What the SANE-A covers
Every PrepBanq SANE-A test mirrors the official domain weights.
Domain distribution
% of the exam| Content domain | Weight | ≈ Questions on exam | Our practice questions |
|---|---|---|---|
Assessment and DocumentationUrgent medical problems, patient safety, psychological response, health and assault history, drug-facilitated assault, head-to-toe and anogenital assessment, and forensic photography. | 32% | ~48 | 8 questions → |
Evidence CollectionChoosing evidence based on history, collecting biological and trace specimens and reference DNA, preserving sample integrity and chain of custody, and documentation. | 18% | ~27 | 5 questions → |
Patient ManagementCommunication resources, crisis intervention, patient control and consent, STI and HIV prophylaxis, emergency contraception, referrals, and discharge and safety planning. | 28% | ~42 | 7 questions → |
Legal Issues and the Judicial ProcessMandatory reporting, subpoenas and court orders, testifying as a fact or expert witness, and objective, ethical testimony. | 10% | ~15 | 2 questions → |
Professional PracticeExaminer safety, confidentiality and reporting options, informed consent and refusal, evidence-based practice, peer review, vicarious trauma and ethical principles. | 12% | ~18 | 3 questions → |
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SANE-A FAQ
How many questions are on the SANE-A?
The SANE-A has 200 questions (150 of them scored) and you have 4 hours to finish. Question types: Multiple choice, written within the framework of the nursing process.
How long is the SANE-A exam?
Testing time for the SANE-A is 4 hours.
What is on the SANE-A?
The SANE-A covers Assessment and Documentation (about 32%), Evidence Collection (about 18%), Patient Management (about 28%), Legal Issues and the Judicial Process (about 10%), Professional Practice (about 12%).
Who administers the SANE-A?
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner — Adult/Adolescent (SANE-A) Exam is administered by ANCC.
Is there a free SANE-A practice test?
Yes. PrepBanq has 3 free SANE-A practice tests with 25 exam-style questions in the real SANE-A formats, and every answer is explained. No credit card is needed.
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