code of ethics Flashcards
1
Q
What is justice?
A
Fairness. Nurses must be fair with their care. Give all patients the same treatment.
1
Q
what are the 7 items in the code of ethics?
A
justice, beneficence, nonmaleficence, accountability, fidelity, autonomy, veracity
2
Q
What is beneficence?
A
Doing good and doing the right thing by the patient.
3
Q
What is nonmaleficence?
A
Doing no harm. (non-no, mal-bad)
4
Q
What is accountability?
A
Taking responsibility for your actions.
5
Q
What is fidelity?
A
Keeping your promises.
6
Q
What is autonomy?
A
Allowing patients’ to make their own decisions about their care and having their own opinion.
7
Q
What is veracity?
A
Being completely truthful.
