Chapter 2

Question 1

What does competence mean ?

Answer 1

The nurse must have the appropriate knowledge and training to carry out a certain role or function
Measures should be taken to maintain competence for professional practice

Question 2

What is autonomy

Answer 2

Nurses can make professional decisions and act on them without their scope of practice .
Can work on own initiative

Question 3

What is accountability ?

Answer 3

Nurse is answerable for all decisions made in the course of professional practice to include actions and omissions
Must be accountable professionally and legally

Question 4

List and write short notes on the guidelines within the code of conduct

Answer 4

Provide the highest standard of care to patients

Confidentiality

Informed judgement ant consent

Sexual advances

Competence junior colleagues and students

Preservation of life

Conscientious objection

Public statement

Question 5

How does having a code of conduct and scope of practice enhance the nursing profession and in particular the relationship with patients

Answer 5

COP provides guidance to nurses in professional decision making and carrying out their responsibilities while promoting high standards of professional conduct
Ensures correct professional code and giving patients correct care