10 Questions
Ethics came from the Greek word {Ethos} which means custom, habit, and conduct.
True
The main responsibility of the nurse, as per the International Nursing Code, is to maximize personal benefits.
False
The nurse must respect the religious beliefs of the patient, according to the International Nursing Code.
True
Nurses are allowed to advise medical treatment or administer it without doctor's orders, as long as it's not an emergency situation.
False
Nursing ethics course aims to introduce the importance of ____________ ethics.
False
Altruism in nursing is about protecting the community by supporting actions to meet the health and social needs of the public.
True
The course includes the International Nursing Code (I.N.C) and ____________ principles.
False
The course includes guidelines on consent and crimes and ____________.
False
One of the major challenges discussed in the course is facing ____________ nurses.
False
The course addresses issues related to loss, death, and ____________.
False
Study Notes
Origin of Ethics
- The word "ethics" comes from the Greek word "Ethos", meaning custom, habit, and conduct.
Nurse Responsibility
- According to the International Nursing Code, the primary responsibility of a nurse is to prioritize the well-being of the patient, not to maximize personal benefits.
- Nurses must respect the religious beliefs of their patients.
Nurse Authority
- Nurses are allowed to advise on or administer medical treatment without a doctor's orders, except in emergency situations.
Nursing Ethics Course
- The course aims to introduce the importance of professional ethics in nursing.
- The course covers the International Nursing Code (I.N.C) and bioethical principles.
- The course includes guidelines on obtaining informed consent and addressing crimes related to nursing practice.
Altruism in Nursing
- Altruism in nursing involves supporting actions that meet the health and social needs of the community.
Challenges in Nursing
- One of the significant challenges faced by nurses is experiencing burnout.
- The course addresses issues related to loss, death, and bereavement.
Learn about ethical principles, communication with patients, international nursing code, and more in this nursing ethics course presented by Dr. Shaimaa Hassan Mohamady, Assistant Professor of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing at Helwan University.
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