Nursing Code of Ethics and ICN vs Pakistan Nursing Council
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What is the main purpose of nursing ethics?

  • To establish the hierarchy within nursing profession
  • To enforce ethical values on nursing students
  • To define the legal framework for nursing practice
  • To guide ethical nursing practice and decision-making (correct)

    • When was the first International Code of Nursing Ethics adopted by the Grand council of the International Council of Nurses?

  • 1975
  • 1953 (correct)
  • 1982
  • 1960

    • What does the term 'Nursing Pledge' refer to in relation to the code of ethics?

  • A promise to provide free healthcare services
  • A declaration of ethical values, responsibilities, and professional accountabilities of nurses (correct)
  • A commitment to follow the legal framework of nursing practice
  • An agreement to enforce professional standards set by regulatory bodies

    • What are the ethical concepts applied to nursing that are adopted and published by the ICN?

    <p>International Code of Nursing Ethics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nursing ethics in relation to other health professionals?

    <p>To guide nurses in making ethical decisions regarding other health professionals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does nursing ethics provide standards for?

    <p>Professional behavior and decision-making for nurses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most recent revision of the ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses?

    <p>2005</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many fundamental responsibilities do nurses have according to the ICN Code of Ethics?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the ICN Code of Ethics, what is the nurse's primary professional responsibility?

    <p>To respect the human rights and beliefs of the individual and community</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the elements outlined in the ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses?

    <p>Promoting environmental sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the ICN Code of Ethics, what does nursing care respect and not restrict by considerations?

    <p>Various human rights including cultural rights, age, color, creed, culture, disability or illness, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, politics, race or social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the motive behind nursing according to the ICN Code of Ethics?

    <p>To promote health, prevent illness, restore health, and alleviate suffering</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the nurse ensure when providing care according to the ICN Code of Ethics?

    <p>The individual receives sufficient information on which to base consent for care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the nurse share with society according to the ICN Code of Ethics?

    <p>The responsibility for initiating and supporting action to meet the health and social needs of the public</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the responsibilities of a nurse according to the ICN Code of Ethics?

    <p>To carry personal responsibility and accountability for nursing practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Nursing Ethics

    • The main purpose of nursing ethics is to provide standards for the profession.
    • The first International Code of Nursing Ethics was adopted by the Grand Council of the International Council of Nurses in 1953.

    The Nursing Pledge

    • The term 'Nursing Pledge' refers to the code of ethics that was first written in 1893 by Lystra Gretter.

    Ethical Concepts

    • The International Council of Nurses (ICN) adopts and publishes ethical concepts applied to nursing, including respect for human rights, dignity, and autonomy.

    Role of Nursing Ethics

    • Nursing ethics provides standards for the profession and guides nurses in their practice.
    • Nursing ethics plays a crucial role in relation to other health professionals, as it ensures collaboration and respect for diverse roles.

    ICN Code of Ethics

    • The most recent revision of the ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses was in 2012.
    • According to the ICN Code of Ethics, nurses have four fundamental responsibilities.
    • The nurse's primary professional responsibility is to promote health, prevent illness, and restore health.
    • One of the elements outlined in the ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses is that nursing care respects and does not restrict individuals' rights by considerations of age, color, creed, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, nationality, politics, race, religion, or social status.
    • The motive behind nursing is to provide care that is based on the principles of dignity, autonomy, and integrity.
    • When providing care, the nurse ensures that individuals receive safe and respectful care.
    • The nurse shares with society the responsibility to promote health and prevent illness.
    • One of the responsibilities of a nurse is to promote a safe and healthy practice environment.

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    Explore the fundamental concepts and applications of nursing code of ethics, including its definition, functions, elements, and comparison between the codes set by ICN and Pakistan Nursing Council. Delve into the practical aspects of applying the code of ethics in clinical settings and examine the significance of the Nursing Pledge in relation to the code of ethics.

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