Jennifer’s heart sank as she looked at the shift post assignments. She was scheduled to cover Ad Seg. Two days…
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Code of Ethics
Moral Courage: Being Assertive
Speaking up in the face of a moral dilemma takes courage. Overcoming a natural inclination to ‘go along to get along’ takes conflict management skill. Being assertive in a moral situation is easier when assertive communication is a natural part of professional practice.
Code of Ethics for Nurses: The Importance of Collaboration for Correctional Nurses
Provision 2: The nurse’s primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, community, or population. Having a…
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New Code of Ethics for Nurses: Conflict of Interest for Correctional Nurses
Jan is the only nurse working in a medium security rural prison. The warden runs a tight ship and is…
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New Code of Ethics for Nurses: Relationships with Colleagues and Others
The first provision of the Code of Ethics for Nurses addresses the need for compassion and respect for all individuals….
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New Code of Ethics for Nurses: Civic Professionalism
In 2015 the Code of Ethics for Nurses (Code) was revised to reflect the evolving profession of nursing as well…
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