Code of Ethics

Question 1

Altruism

Answer 1

rights and needs of patients through self-less care and doing what is right

Question 2

Integrity

Answer 2

respecting inherent dignity and rights of all individuals
* following current laws and regulations as well as employer policies and procedures

Question 3

Integrity part 2

Answer 3

upholding professional responsibility
* developing professional relationships with all you come in contact

Question 4

Expertise, Mastery, Competence, Proficient

Answer 4

lifelong acquisition and refinement of
knowledge, skills, abilities, and professional
behaviors
* maintain credentials, degrees, licenses, and
other certifications
* Complies with re-certification

Question 5

Social Contract

Answer 5

meet the health needs of people locally,
nationally, or globally

Question 6

Equity, non-discrimination

Answer 6

renders quality patient care regardless of the
patient’s age, gender, race, religion, disability,
sexual orientation, or any other characteristic
protected by law

Question 7

Communication

Answer 7

written, verbal, electronic, or virtual
* uphold the highest standards of confidentiality
* informed consent, autonomy, accuracy,
timeliness, and record management

Question 8

EBP (evidence-based practice)

Answer 8

Commitment to develop and maintain competence through ongoing education utilizing best practices