Code Of Ethics In Nursing

Nurses must consider the needs and respect the values of every patient. The nine provisions of the Code of Ethics for Nurses establishes guidelines to ensures that every patient is treated with dignity, respect and decisions being made on behalf of the patient conform to ethical standards. To promote dignity and respect, nurses need to communicate openly, honestly, and sincerely to gain the trust of their patients and provide care without prejudgment. Factors that may impact decision making of the Practical Nurse include lifestyle, disability, disease, culture, values, religion, and social support. When providing care, all of these factors should be considered. However, nurses are obligated to promote health, address problems and respect patient decisions. Nurses should respect the rights of all patients regardless of these factors. Nurses should respect patient dignity and their right to self-determination. Patients have the right to control what will be done to their own body. Patients also have the right to be given all necessary information in a way
I will achieve this goal by demonstrating empathy, encouraging autonomy, and considering the patient as a whole. My goal will impact nursing in that it will show my patients that I truly care about their well-being which may contribute to a better patient outcome.
As a professional, I will always act in the best interests of my patients. I will achieve this goal with open communication and ethical decision making. I will utilize care, respect, and honesty to make ethical decisions. I will gain the trust of my patients if they know their best interest is foremost which will lead to patient satisfaction.
I believe in helping those who are vulnerable especially the elderly, children, and the disabled. I will support the underserved populations by volunteering at community based