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PROFESSIONAL & PERSONAL

DEVELOPMENT

ETHICO-MORAL ASPECTS OF

NURSINGLEGAL ASPECTS OF NURSING


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CODE OF ETHICS FOR NURSES INTHE PHILIPPINES

ETHICO-MORAL ASPECTS OF NURSING


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ARTICLE I

PREAMBLE

SECTION 1.

Health is a fundamental right of every individual.The Filipino registered nurse, believing in theworth and dignity of each human being,recognizes the primary responsibility to preservehealth at all cost. This responsibility encompassespromotion of health, prevention of illness,alleviation of suffering, and restoration of health.

However, when the foregoing are not possible,assistance towards a peaceful death shall behis/her obligation.


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SECTION 2.

To assume this responsibility, registered nurses

have to gain knowledge and understanding ofmans cultural, social, spiritual, physiological,psychological, and ecological aspects of illness,utilizing the therapeutic process. Culturaldiversity and political and socio-economic statusare inherent factors to effective nursing care.

SECTION 3.

The desire for the respect and confidence ofclientele, colleagues, co-workers, and themembers of the community provides theincentive to attain and maintain the highestpossible degree of ethical conduct.


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ARTICLE II

REGISTERED NURSES AND PEOPLE

SECTION 4. Ethical Principles

1. Values, customs, and spiritual beliefs held by inds. shall be respected.

2. Indl freedom to make rational & unconstrained decisions shall berespected.

3. Personal info acquired in the process of giving nsg care shall be held instrict confidence.

SECTION 5.

REGISTERED Nurses must

a. consider the individuality and totality of pts when they administer care.

b. Respect spiritual beliefs & practices of pts regarding diet and treatment.

c. uphold the rights of individuals.

d. take into consideration the culture & values of pts in providing nsg care.However, in the event of conflicts, their welfare and safety must takeprecedence.


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ARTICLE III

REGISTERED NURSES AND PRACTICE

SECTION 6.

Ethical Principles

1. Human life is inviolable.2. Qlty & excellence in the care of pts are the goals of nursing

practice.

3. Accurate docu of axns & outcomes of delivered care is the

hallmark of nsg accountability.


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SECTION 7.


a. know the def. & scope of nsg practice w/c are in the provisions

of R. A. No. 9173 and Board Res. No. 425, Series of 2003, the

Rules and Regulations Implementing the Philippine Nursing

Act. of 2002, (the IRR).

b. be aware of their duties and responsibilities in the practice oftheir profession as defined in the Philippine Nursing Act of

2002 and the IRR.

c. acquire & develop the necessary competence in KSA to

effectively render appropriate nursing services through varied

learning situations.

d. if they are admin, be responsible in providing favorable env. For

GnD of RNs in their charge.


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e. be cognizant that prof. progs. for specialty certification by the

BON are accredited through Nursing Specialty Certification

Council (NSCC).

g. see to it that qlty nsg care & practice meet the optimum

standard of safe nsg practice.

h. insure that modification of practice shall consider the principles

of safe nsg practice.

i. if in position of authority in a work env., be normally and legally

responsible for devising a system of minimizing occurrences of

ineffective & unlawful nsg practice.

j. ensure that pts records shall be available only if they are to beissued to those who are professionally & directly involved in

their care & when they are required by law.


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SECTION 8.

Ethical Principle4. Registered Nurses are the advocates of the patients:

they shall take appropriate steps to safeguard theirrights and privileges.

REGISTERED Nurses musta. respect the Patients Bill of Rights in the delivery of

nursing care.

b. provide the patients or their families with all

pertinent information except those which may bedeemed harmful to their well-being.

c. uphold the patients rights when conflict arisesregarding management of their care.


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SECTION 10.

Ethical Principle

5. RNs are aware that their actions have prof., ethical, moral, & legaldimensions. They strive to perform their work in the best interest of

all concerned.

SECTION 11.

REGISTERED Nurses must:

a. perform their prof. duties in conformity w/ existing laws, rules &regulations, measures, and generally accepted principles of moralconduct & proper decorum.

b. not allow themselves to be used in advertisement that shoulddemean the image of the profession (i.e. indecent exposure,violation of dress code, seductive behavior, etc.).

c. decline any gift, favor/hospitality w/c might be interpreted as

capitalizing on pts.d. not demand and receive any commission, fee/emolument for

recommending or referring a pt to a physician, a co-nurse oranother HCW; not to pay any commission, fee/other compensationsto the one referring/recommending a pt to them for nsg care.

e. avoid any abuse of the privilege rel. w/c exists w/ pts & of theprivilege access allowed to their property, residence or workplace.


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ARTICLE IV

RNs AND CO-WORKERS

SECTION 12.

Ethical Principles

1. The RN is in solidarity w/ other members of the HCT

in working for the pts best interest.2. The RN maintains collegial & collaborative working

rel. w/ colleagues & other HCPs.

SECTION 13.


a. maintain their prof. role/identity while working w/other members of the HT.


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b. conform w/ group activities as those of a HT should

be based on acceptable, ethico-legal standards.

c. contribute to the prof. GnD of other members of theHT.

d. actively participate in professional orgs.

e. not act in any manner prejudicial to other professions.

f. honor and safeguard the reputation and dignity of the

members of nursing and other professions; refrain

from making unfair and unwarranted comments or

criticisms on their competence, conduct, and

procedures; or not do anything that will bring

discredit to a colleague and to any member of other

professions.

g. Respect the rights of their co-workers.


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ARTICLE V

RNs, SOCIETY & ENV.

SECTION 14.

Ethical Principles

1. The preservation of life, respect for human rights,

and promotion of healthy environment shall be acommitment of a Registered Nurse.

2. The establishment of linkages with the public inpromoting local, national, and international efforts

to meet health and social needs of the people as acontributing member of society is a noble concernof a Registered Nurse.


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SECTION 15.


a. be conscious of their obligations as citizens and,as such, be involved in community concerns.

b. be equipped with knowledge of health resourceswithin the community, and take active roles inprimary health care.

c. actively participate in programs, projects, andactivities that respond to the problems of society.

d. lead their lives in conformity with the principlesof right conduct and proper decorum.

e. project an image that will uplift the nursingprofession at all times.


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ARTICLE VI

RNs AND THE PROFESSION

SECTION 16.

Ethical Principles:

1. Maintenance of loyalty to the nsg profession &preservation of its integrity are ideal.

2. Compliance w/ the by-laws of the accredited prof. org.(PNA), & other prof orgs of w/c the RN is a member is alofty duty.

3. Commitment to continual learning & active participation in

the GnD of the profession are commendable obligations.4. Contribution to the improvement of the socio-economic

conditions and general welfare of nurses throughappropriate legislation is a practice and a visionarymission.


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SECTION 17.

Registered Nurses musta. be members of theAccredited Professional

Organization (PNA).

b. strictly adhere to the nursing standards.

c. participate actively in the growth and development ofthe nursing profession.

d. strive to secure equitable socio-economic and workconditions in nursing through appropriate legislation

and other means.e. assert for the implementation of labor and work

standards.


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ARTICLE VII

ADMIN PENALITIES, REPEALING CLAUSE, &

EFFECTIVITYSECTION 18.

The Cert. of Registration of RN shall either berevoked/suspended for violation of any provisions of thisCode pursuant to Sec. 23 (f), Art. IV of R. A. No. 9173 and Sec.23 (f), Rule III of Board Res. No. 425, Series of 2003, the IRR.

SECTION 19.

The Amended Code of Ethics promulgated pursuant to R. A.No. 877 and P.D. No. 223 is accordingly repealed or

superseded by the herein Code.

SECTION 20.

This Code of Ethics for Nurses shall take effect after fifteen(15) days from its full and complete publication in the OfficialGazette or in any newspapers of general circulation.


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ICN CODE OF ETHICS FOR NURSES

ETHICO-MORAL ASPECTS OF NURSING


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PREAMBLE

Nurses have four fundamental responsibilities: topromote health, to prevent illness, to restore healthand to alleviate suffering. The need for nursing isuniversal. Inherent in nursing is respect for human

rights, including cultural rights, the right to life andchoice, to dignity and to be treated with respect.Nursing care is respectful of and unrestricted byconsiderations of age, color, creed, culture, disability or

illness, gender, sexual orientation, nationality, politics,race or social status. Nurses render health services tothe individual, the family and the community and co-ordinate their services with those of related groups.


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ELEMENTS OF THE CODE1. NURSES AND PEOPLE

The nurse's 1 prof. responsibility is to people requiringnsg care.

In providing care, the N promotes an env. in w/c thehuman rights, values, customs and spiritual beliefs of the ind.,family and community are respected.

The N ensures that the ind receives sufficient info on w/cto base consent for care and related tx.

The N holds in confidence personal info & uses judgmentin sharing this info.

The N shares w/ society the responsibility for initiating andsupporting axn to meet the health and social needs of thepublic, in particular those of vulnerable popns.

The N also shares responsibility to sustain and protect thenatural environment from depletion, pollution, degradation

and destruction.


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2. NURSES AND PRACTICE

The N carries personal responsibility and accountabilityfor nsg practice, and for maintaining competence bycontinual learning.

The N maintains a standard of personal health suchthat the ability to provide care is not compromised.

The N uses judgment regarding ind competence whenaccepting and delegating responsibility.

The N at all times maintains standards of personalconduct which reflect well on the profession and enhancepublic confidence.

The N, in providing care, ensures that use oftechnology and scientific advances are compatible with the

safety, dignity and rights of people.


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3. NURSES AND THE PROFESSION

The N assumes the major role in determining & implementingacceptable standards of clinical nsg practice, mgt, research & educ.

The N is active in developing a core of research-based prof.knowledge.

The N, acting through the prof. org, participates in creating

and maintaining safe, equitable social and economic workingconditions in nursing.

4. NURSES AND CO-WORKERS

The nurse sustains a co-operative relationship with co-workersin nursing and other fields.

The nurse takes appropriate action to safeguard individuals,families and communities when their health is endangered by a

coworker or any other person.


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RA 9173 OR THE NURSING ACT OF2002

LEGAL ASPECTS OF NURSING


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ARTICLE I

SEC. 1. Title

ARTICLE II

SEC. 2. Declaration of

Policy


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ARTICLE III

ORGANIZATION OF BON

SEC. 3. Creation & Composition of Board

1 chairperson & 6 members

SEC. 4. Qualification of Chairperson & Membersa. Natural-born citizen & resident of the Phils.

b. Member of good standing accredited prof. org. ofnurses

c. RN, MAN or other allied med. Profession

d. At least 10 yrs of continuous practice of professionw/ last 5 yrs in the Phils

e. Not convicted of any offenses


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SEC. 5. Reqts upon Qualificatxn as BON Member Should resign from any teaching position r/t to nsg

No pecuniary interest/admin. Supervision over nsg

SEC. 6. Term of Office 3 years

Occupy vacancy only till expiry

SEC. 7. Compensation Same with other under prof. regulatory boards

SEC. 8. Administrative Supervision of Board,custodian of its Records, Secretariat & SupportServices

Under the Commission


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SEC. 9. Powers & Duties of Boarda. Conduct licensure exam for Ns

b. Issue, suspend/revoke Cert. of Registration forpractice of nsg

c. Monitor & enforce qlty standards of nsg practice inthe Phils. & exercise powers to do so

d. Ensure qlty educ by examining prescribed facilties

e. Conduct hearings & investigations to resolvecomplaints vs. NP & issue subpoena ad testificandum& subpoena duces tecum

f. Promulgate Code of Ethics

g. Recognize nsg. Specialty orgs.h. Prescribe, adopt, issue & promulgate guidelines,regulations, measures & decisions for improvementof practice, advancement of profession & fullenforcement of this Act


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SEC. 10. Annual Report

Proceedings & accomplishment +

recommendations to President

SEC. 11. Removal/Suspension of Board Membera. Continued neglect of duty

b. Commission/tolerance of irregularities of

licensure examsc. Unprofessional, immoral/dishonorable conduct


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ARTICLE IV

EXAM & REGISTRATION

SEC. 12.Licensure Exams

SEC. 13. Qualificationsa. Citizen of Phils or of country allowing Pinoy Ns to practice

same as their Nsb. Good moral character

c. Holder of BSN from credited school

SEC. 14. Scope of Exam

SEC. 15. Ratings Not below 75 in ave. or below 60 on any subject

If 75 but below 60, retake subj. & get 75


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SEC. 16. Oath

SEC. 17. Issuance of Cert. of Reg./Prof. License &Prof. ID Card

SEC. 18. Fees for Exam & Registratxn

SEC. 19. Automatic Registration of Ns

SEC. 20. Registration by Reciprocity

To abroad provided same standards


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SEC. 21. Practice through Special/Temp. Permita. Licensed Ns from FC for free/fee w/expertise & specializations

b. Licensed Ns from FC on medical mission

c. Licensed Ns from FC as exchange professors

SEC. 22. Non-Registration & Non-Issuance of C of P/PL or S/T P If convicted of any criminal offense/guilty of immoral/dishonorable

conduct or any person of unsound mind (per declared by Court)

SEC. 23. Revocation & Suspension of C of R/PL & Cancellation of S/T Pa. Above

b. Unprofessional & unethical conduct

c. Gross incompetence/serious ignorance

d. Malpractice./negligence in practice of nsg

e. Use of fraud, deceit/false statement in obtaining C of R/PL or S/T Pf. Violation of Act, R&R, C of E, policies of B/Comm/conditions of TP

g. For practicing during suspension (if for a period not >4 yrs)

SEC. 24. Re-Issuance of revoked Certs. & Replacement of Lost Certs.

After 4yrs


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ARTICLE V

NURSING EDUCATION

SEC. 25. Nsg Education Program

SEC. 26. Reqt for Inactive Nurses Returning toPractice 5 consecutive yrs inactivity = 1m D & 3m Pm

SEC. 27. Qualification of Faculty

a. RN in the Phils.b. At least 1 yr experience in area of specilaizatxn

c. Member of good standing accredited prof. orgs of Ns

d. MAN or other allied med. & HS or educ.

Dean: 5 yrs experience in nsg.


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ARTICLE VI

NURSING PRACTICE

SEC. 28. Scope of Nursing

a. Provide nsg care thru nsg process

b. Establish linkages w/ community resources &coordination w/ HT

c. Provide HE to inds., families & community

d. Teach, guide & supervise students in nsg ed.

Prog.

e. Undertake nsg & health thru HR devt training &

research


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SEC. 29. Qualifications of Nsg Service Admin

a. RN in the Philsb. 2 years experience in gen. nsg service admin

c. BSN w/ at least 9 U in mgt. & admin. Course atgrad level

d. Member of good standing of accredited prof. org.of Ns

CN/Director of Nsg Service: 5 yrs experience onsupervisory/managerial position in nsg

5 yrs to qualify

Military: MAN + completion of Gen Staff Course(GSC)


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ARTICLE VII

HHR PROD., UTILIZATXN & DEVT.

SEC. 30. Studies for Nsg Manpower Needs,Prod., Utilizatxn & Devt.

In coordination w/ accredited prof. org. & govt

agencies

SEC. 31. Comprehensive Nsg. Specialty Prog.

w/in 90 days to formulate comprehensive NSPupgrading skills & competencies of N clinicians

Beneficiaries must serve Phil. For at least 2 yrs ofcontinuous service


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SEC. 32. Salary

SG 15

SEC. 33. Funding for CNSP

PCSO & PAGCOR

SEC. 34. Incentives & Benefits

Free hosp. care for Ns & dependents, scholarship

grants, etc.


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ARTICLE VIII

PENAL & MISC. PROVISIONS

SEC. 35. Prohibitions in Practice of Nsg Fee of 50k-100k and imprisonment of 1-6yrs

a. Any person practicing nsg1. w/o C of R/PL & Prof. ID card/S/T P/ w/o having declared exempt from

exam

2. Uses as his own the above of another3. Has invalid above & expired/cancelled S/T P

4. Gives any false evidence to Board to obtain above

5. Falsely poses/ advertises as RN or uses other means

6. Appends BSN/RN w/o being conferred

7. RN assisting w/ illegal practice of one unlawfully qualified to do so

b. Any person/CEO of judicial entity w/ educl progs & does reviewclass w/o permit from Board/Commission

c. Any person/employer violating min. base of Ns & incentives &benefits

d. Any person/CEO of judicial entity violating provision of this Act &

its R&R


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ARTICLE IX

FINAL PROVISIONS

SEC. 36. Enforcement (Commission & Board)

SEC. 37. Appropriation

SEC. 38. Rules & Regulations (90days)

SEC. 39. Separability Clause

SEC. 40. Repealing Clause

SEC. 41. Effectivity 15 days after publication on any 2 newspaper of gen.

circulation


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LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES OFNURSES



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