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Which principle is essential for registered nurses to respect within their profession?
Which principle is essential for registered nurses to respect within their profession?
- Maintain loyalty to the nursing profession (correct)
- Focus solely on institutional policies
- Criticize co-workers openly
- Prioritize personal gain over patient care
What is a major responsibility of registered nurses concerning community health?
What is a major responsibility of registered nurses concerning community health?
- Ignore local health resources
- Avoid involvement in community concerns
- Participate in projects responding to societal problems (correct)
- Take no active role in primary health care
What guideline should registered nurses follow to uphold their professional image?
What guideline should registered nurses follow to uphold their professional image?
- Participate in unethical practices
- Engage in conflicts with colleagues
- Project an image that uplifts the nursing profession (correct)
- Ignore the importance of professional appearance
Which of the following actions reflects ethical nursing conduct regarding colleagues?
Which of the following actions reflects ethical nursing conduct regarding colleagues?
Continual learning in nursing is classified as what type of obligation?
Continual learning in nursing is classified as what type of obligation?
What is essential for registered nurses to deliver appropriate nursing services?
What is essential for registered nurses to deliver appropriate nursing services?
Which of the following options is NOT a principle of ethical nursing?
Which of the following options is NOT a principle of ethical nursing?
What should registered nurses strive for in their interactions with patients?
What should registered nurses strive for in their interactions with patients?
The involvement of registered nurses in community concerns is primarily driven by which ethical principle?
The involvement of registered nurses in community concerns is primarily driven by which ethical principle?
Which regulation outlines the standards for safe nursing practice?
Which regulation outlines the standards for safe nursing practice?
What is a primary role of registered nurses in shaping legislation?
What is a primary role of registered nurses in shaping legislation?
What should registered nurses avoid doing in relation to their colleagues?
What should registered nurses avoid doing in relation to their colleagues?
Which law supports the availability of emergency medical services to workers?
Which law supports the availability of emergency medical services to workers?
The principle of respecting human rights in nursing practice emphasizes which of the following?
The principle of respecting human rights in nursing practice emphasizes which of the following?
Which principle emphasizes that human life is inviolable in nursing practice?
Which principle emphasizes that human life is inviolable in nursing practice?
What is considered the hallmark of nursing accountability?
What is considered the hallmark of nursing accountability?
Which guideline should registered nurses follow regarding their professional duties?
Which guideline should registered nurses follow regarding their professional duties?
What should registered nurses decline to ensure the integrity of their profession?
What should registered nurses decline to ensure the integrity of their profession?
Which action is prohibited regarding the relationship between nurses and patients?
Which action is prohibited regarding the relationship between nurses and patients?
How can registered nurses demonstrate their solidarity with the health team?
How can registered nurses demonstrate their solidarity with the health team?
Which organization should registered nurses be members of to support their profession?
Which organization should registered nurses be members of to support their profession?
What is a critical aspect of promoting nursing competency?
What is a critical aspect of promoting nursing competency?
What should RNs avoid to preserve the dignity of their profession?
What should RNs avoid to preserve the dignity of their profession?
Which action is not allowed regarding advertising by registered nurses?
Which action is not allowed regarding advertising by registered nurses?
What should RNs do if they receive a referral fee for patient recommendations?
What should RNs do if they receive a referral fee for patient recommendations?
What is expected of administrative personnel regarding the growth of registered nurses?
What is expected of administrative personnel regarding the growth of registered nurses?
To ensure quality nursing care, what should RNs be cognizant of?
To ensure quality nursing care, what should RNs be cognizant of?
What responsibility do RNs have concerning patient records?
What responsibility do RNs have concerning patient records?
What does RA 1054 require from the owner or lessee of an establishment?
What does RA 1054 require from the owner or lessee of an establishment?
Which act regulates the professional conduct of public officials and employees?
Which act regulates the professional conduct of public officials and employees?
Which of the following is a requirement to practice midwifery under RA 7392?
Which of the following is a requirement to practice midwifery under RA 7392?
What is the primary focus of RA 10354, the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012?
What is the primary focus of RA 10354, the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012?
Under which act are senior citizens entitled to a 20% discount in all public establishments?
Under which act are senior citizens entitled to a 20% discount in all public establishments?
What does EO 51 pertain to in terms of health regulations?
What does EO 51 pertain to in terms of health regulations?
Which function does RA 3573 cover concerning public health?
Which function does RA 3573 cover concerning public health?
What does RA 7305 aim to achieve for public health workers?
What does RA 7305 aim to achieve for public health workers?
What action should a registered nurse take if they discover a colleague practicing without proper certification?
What action should a registered nurse take if they discover a colleague practicing without proper certification?
Which of the following acts is NOT focused on child welfare?
Which of the following acts is NOT focused on child welfare?
Which act provides for the rooming-in and breastfeeding of newborns?
Which act provides for the rooming-in and breastfeeding of newborns?
What is the primary objective of RA 9994, the Amended RA 7432?
What is the primary objective of RA 9994, the Amended RA 7432?
Which of the following is a violation that would result in penalties for a nurse under the Professional Code of Ethics?
Which of the following is a violation that would result in penalties for a nurse under the Professional Code of Ethics?
What additional requirement does RA 2282 impose on health professionals in charge of managing communicable diseases?
What additional requirement does RA 2282 impose on health professionals in charge of managing communicable diseases?
Study Notes
Nursing Laws and Regulations
- RA 7392 (Midwifery Law): Only licensed midwives can practice midwifery. Nurses need to pass the exam, submit documentation of twenty deliveries and pay associated fees.
- RA 10354 (Reproductive Health Law): Guarantees universal access to contraception, fertility control, sexual education, and maternal care.
- PD 996 (Compulsory Immunization): Children under 8 years old must receive immunizations against communicable diseases.
- PD 603 (Child and Youth Welfare Code): Protects children and youth's rights and welfare.
- RA 7600 (Rooming-in and Breastfeeding Act): Babies born in hospitals should room-in with their mothers to promote breastfeeding and ensure proper nutrition.
- RA 9288 (Newborn Screening Act): Mandates screening for five disorders: Congenital Hypothyroidism, Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Galactosemia, Phenylketonuria, and Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase.
- RA 9262 (Anti-Violence against Women and their Children): Addresses violence against women and children.
- RA 9344 (Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act): Focuses on the justice and welfare of juveniles.
Government Service Laws
- RA 6758 (Salary Standardization Law): Standardizes salaries of government employees, including nurses.
- RA 6173 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards): Upholds the principle of public office as a public trust for government officials and employees. The EO 811 (New Salary Standardization Law 3) is also relevant.
- RA 7160 (Local Government Code): Transfers responsibility for basic services and facilities from the national to local government units.
- RA 7305 (Magna Carta for Public Health Workers): Promotes the social and economic well-being of health workers, develops their capabilities, and encourages qualified individuals to work in government service.
Senior Citizens Act
- RA 7432 (Senior Citizens Act): Honors and provides justice to the elderly, granting a 20% discount in public establishments and utilities.
- RA 9257 (Expanded Senior Citizens Act): Amends RA 7432.
- RA 9994 (Amended RA 7432): Exempts senior citizens from paying Value Added Tax (VAT) on goods and services.
Privileges for Senior Citizens
- 20% discount in establishments: Hotels, lodging, restaurants, recreation centers, medicine purchases, and funeral services.
- Exemption from income taxes.
- Free medical and dental services: Diagnostic, laboratory fees in government facilities, 20% discount in private facilities.
- 20% discount on transportation: Domestic air and sea travel, public railways, skyways, and bus fares.
- Express lanes for senior citizens.
Historical Perspectives
- 1982: The PNA (Philippine Nurses Association) Special Committee, headed by Dean Emeritus Julita V.
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Test your knowledge on the important nursing laws and regulations, including the Midwifery Law, Reproductive Health Law, and Child Welfare Code. This quiz covers key legislations that shape nursing practices and ensure the welfare of women and children. Prepare to explore vital laws for aspiring and current nurses alike.
