Review:
International Nursing Code Of Ethics
overall review score: 4.5
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The International Nursing Code of Ethics sets forth the ethical principles and standards that guide the behavior of nurses in their practice.
Key Features
- Includes principles such as beneficence, non-maleficence, autonomy, veracity, confidentiality, justice, and fidelity
- Provides guidelines for ethical decision-making in nursing practice
- Promotes professionalism and integrity in nursing care
Pros
- Provides a clear framework for ethical nursing practice
- Ensures that nurses uphold high standards of care and conduct
- Helps to protect the rights and well-being of patients
Cons
- May be challenging to apply in complex ethical dilemmas
- Not all nurses may be familiar with or adhere to the code