Code of Ethics Part B Flashcards
What does ethical nursing practice address?
Broad aspects of social justice associated with health and well-being.
What is the goal of ethical nursing practice?
To improve systems and societal structures to create greater equity for all.
How can nurses advocate for publicly administered health systems?
By ensuring accessibility, universality, portability, and comprehensiveness in necessary health-care services.
What principles should nurses utilize for the benefit of the public?
The principles of primary health care.
What factors do nurses recognize and address that influence health and well-being?
Organizational, social, economic, and political factors.
What does a full continuum of accessible health-care services include?
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Diagnostic services
- Restorative care
- Rehabilitative care
- Palliative care
What are social determinants of health?
Factors such as safe housing and supervised consumption sites that influence health.
What major health concerns should nurses maintain awareness of?
- Poverty
- Inadequate shelter
- Food insecurity
- Violence
What should nurses advocate for regarding health-care choices?
Expanding the range of available health-care choices.
Who should nurses collaborate with to advocate for changes to unethical health policies?
Other health-care team members and professional organizations.
What groups in society are recognized as systemically disadvantaged?
Vulnerable groups leading to diminished health and well-being.
What should nurses promote for persons considered incapable in health-related decisions?
Participation in discussions and decisions affecting them.
What is the call to government regarding Indigenous health in Canada?
To acknowledge the current state of Indigenous health and implement health-care rights.
What should nurses advocate for in relation to environmental practices?
Environmental preservation and initiatives that reduce harmful practices.
What should be encouraged among health-care team members regarding ethical issues?
Discussion and reflection on ethical issues.
What broader global health concerns should nurses be aware of?
- Violations of human rights
- War
- World hunger
- Gender inequities
- Environmental changes
What should nurses advocate for regarding palliative and end-of-life care?
Excellence in care options available to all settings.
What legal aspects should nurses become well-informed about?
Laws such as safe contraception and medical assistance in dying.
