Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which body is responsible for the promulgation of the Code of Ethics for nurses in the Philippines?
Which body is responsible for the promulgation of the Code of Ethics for nurses in the Philippines?
- Commission on Higher Education (CHED)
- Philippine Nurses Association (PNA)
- Board of Nursing (BON) (correct)
- Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)
When developing the Code of Ethics, the nursing profession consults with which accredited professional organization?
When developing the Code of Ethics, the nursing profession consults with which accredited professional organization?
- Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) (correct)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- Department of Health (DOH)
- Philippine Hospital Association (PHA)
Which legislative act established a National Policy on Population and created the Commission on Population (POPCOM)?
Which legislative act established a National Policy on Population and created the Commission on Population (POPCOM)?
- Republic Act 6365 (correct)
- Republic Act 2644
- Republic Act 1082
- Presidential Decree 791
What is the official title of the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, which governs nursing practice in the Philippines?
What is the official title of the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, which governs nursing practice in the Philippines?
According to RA 1612, what specific requirement must be met before a business or occupation can be lawfully pursued?
According to RA 1612, what specific requirement must be met before a business or occupation can be lawfully pursued?
Which legislative act is historically recognized as the First True Nursing Law in the Philippines?
Which legislative act is historically recognized as the First True Nursing Law in the Philippines?
How does the Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002 primarily challenge nurses in their professional roles?
How does the Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002 primarily challenge nurses in their professional roles?
Allocating nursing staff to areas where they are most needed during a nursing shortage exemplifies which ethical principle?
Allocating nursing staff to areas where they are most needed during a nursing shortage exemplifies which ethical principle?
A nurse consistently attends seminars and training sessions to update their skills. Which ethical principle does this behavior primarily demonstrate?
A nurse consistently attends seminars and training sessions to update their skills. Which ethical principle does this behavior primarily demonstrate?
A nurse left a confused patient unattended with the side rails down and the bed in a high position, resulting in the patient falling and sustaining a hip fracture. What legal term best describes this situation?
A nurse left a confused patient unattended with the side rails down and the bed in a high position, resulting in the patient falling and sustaining a hip fracture. What legal term best describes this situation?
Flashcards
Code of Ethics Promulgation
Code of Ethics Promulgation
The Board of Nursing (BON) promulgates the Code of Ethics in the Philippines, setting standards for nursing practice.
ADPCN
ADPCN
Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing. The Code of Ethics was consulted with accredited professional organizations like the ADPCN, which plays a significant role in providing input and consultation on ethical situations
National Policy on Population Act
National Policy on Population Act
RA 6365 established a National Policy on Population and created the Commission on Population (POPCOM).
Philippine Nursing Act of 2002
Philippine Nursing Act of 2002
Signup and view all the flashcards
RA 1612 content
RA 1612 content
Signup and view all the flashcards
First True Nursing Law
First True Nursing Law
Signup and view all the flashcards
Nurse's Role in Drug Act
Nurse's Role in Drug Act
Signup and view all the flashcards
Ethical Principle of Justice
Ethical Principle of Justice
Signup and view all the flashcards
Principle Behind Skill Updates
Principle Behind Skill Updates
Signup and view all the flashcards
Legal Term for Substandard Care
Legal Term for Substandard Care
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
- The Board of Nursing (BON) promulgates the Code of Ethics, regulating and setting standards for nursing practice in the Philippines.
- The Association of Deans of Philippine Colleges of Nursing (ADPCN) was consulted during the creation of the Code of Ethics to provide input on ethical situations.
- RA 6365 established a National Policy on Population and created the Commission on Population (POPCOM).
- RA 9173 is known as the Philippine Nursing Act of 2002, which governs nursing practice in the Philippines.
- RA 1612 stipulates that a privilege tax must be paid before any business or occupation can be lawfully pursued.
- RA 2808, passed in 1919, is known as the First True Nursing Law, aiming to regulate nursing practice and education.
- The Comprehensive Dangerous Drug Act of 2002 challenges nurses to act as counselors and facilitators for addicted patients.
- Allocating nursing staff to areas where they are most needed during a nursing shortage exemplifies the ethical principle of justice.
- Fidelity is the nurse's duty to keep skills updated through seminars, conventions, and training to ensure safe and effective nursing care.
- Negligence occurs when a healthcare provider fails to take appropriate action or provides substandard care, leading to harm or injury to a patient.
- Discussing a patient's condition with someone not directly involved with that client is a breach of confidentiality and a violation of patient privacy.
- Statutory law is created by an elected legislature, such as the state legislature that defines the Nurse Practice Act (NPA).
- An appointed guardianship is necessary for someone to legally provide consent on behalf of another person.
- Nurse Carter's signature confirms that the patient physically signed the form as a witness, ensuring its authenticity.
- The revocation of a registration certificate protects the public by ensuring only competent and ethical practitioners are allowed to practice nursing.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
