Code Of Conduct Vet Nurses

Question 1

What are the five principles of practice

Answer 1

1. Professional competency
2. Honesty and integrity
3. Independence and impartiality
4. Client confidentiality and trust
5. Professional accountability

Question 2

Who are veterinary nurses responsible to

Answer 2

1. Animals
2. Clients
3. The team
4. RCVS
5. The wider public

Question 3

What is the main consideration for veterinary nurses

Answer 3

Animal health and welfare

Question 4

Veterinary nurses do not need to keep within an area of competency. True/False

Answer 4

False. Vet nurses must stay within their area of competency

Question 5

Vet nurses must refer cases responsibly. True/False

Answer 5

True

Question 6

What is clinical governance

Answer 6

A continuing process of reflection, analysis and improvement in professional practice for the benefit of the patient and owner

Question 7

What may clinical governance include for individual vet nurses?

Answer 7

1. CPD
   2 Reflection using a learning diary then changing practice if necessary
2. Critically analysing evidence base for procedures and changing if necessary
3. Reflecting on communication with colleagues and clients

Question 8

What type of care should be provided by vets and nurses according to the code of professional conduct

Answer 8

Care should be appropriate and adequate

Question 9

A range of treatment options should be offered and explained as well as prognoses and side effects. True/False

Answer 9

True