Continuing Education Program

Question 1

Is a specific learning activity generally characterized by the issuance of a certificate or Continuing Education Units (CEU).

This certificate is for the purpose of documenting attendance at a designated seminar or course of instruction.

Answer 1

CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM

Question 2

Encourages continuing education requirements on members who hold licenses to practice.

Answer 2

BOARD OF NURSING

Question 3

These requirements are intended to encourage professionals to expand their knowledge and stay up to date on new trends and development.

Answer 3

BOARD OF NURSING

Question 4

to meet high performance level of nurses by updating knowledge, enhancing skills and developing positive attitude.

Answer 4

PURPOSE & OBJECTIVE

Question 5

for professional and personal growth; these developments relate to the professional and organizational development.

Answer 5

SCOPE

Question 6

a branch of moral science that refers to the conduct and behavior of nursing practitioners which by reason of public approval has become customary among professional nurses.

Answer 6

NURSING ETHICS

Question 7

A written list of profession’s values and standards of conduct and framework of decision making for nursing profession.

Answer 7

CODE OF ETHICS

Question 8

Operated by nurses and leading nurses internationally.

Founded in 1899, ICN is the world’s first and widest reaching international organization for health
professionals and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

Answer 8

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES

Question 9

INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF NURSES

Answer 9

1. (To ensure) quality nursing care for all.
2. (A sound health) policies globally.
3. (The advancement) of nursing knowledge.
4. The (presence worldwide) of a respected nursing profession.
5. A (competent and satisfied) nursing workforce.

Question 10

Essential to the practice of professional nursing.

Described in the nursing code of ethics.

Formal statement that determines the standards of conduct of a professional nurse.

Answer 10

ETHICAL CONDUCT

Question 11

Promulgated by the PRC
on July 23, 2003:

The hallmark of all professionals is their willingness to accept a set of professional and ethical principles which they will follow in the conduct of their daily lives.

Answer 11

CODE OF GOOD GOVERNANCE

Question 12

7 GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF CODE OF GOOD GOVERNANCE

Answer 12

+ SERVICE TO OTHERS.

+ INTEGRITY & OBJECTIVITY.

+ PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE.

+ SOLIDARITY & TEAMWORK.

+ SOCIAL & CIVIC RESPONSIBILITY.

+ GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS.

+ EQUALITY OF ALL PROFESSIONS.

Question 13

5 CODE OF ETHICS FOR FILIPINO NURSES

Answer 13

+
PROMOTE HEALTH.

+
PREVENT ILLNESS.

+
ALLEVIATE SUFFERING.

+
RESTORE HEALTH.

+ PROMOTION OF SPIRITUAL ENVIRONMENT.

Question 14

“Philippine Nursing Law”
Act that regulates the practice of nursing in the Philippines.

Answer 14

SECTION 3,
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 877
June 19, 1953.

Question 15

Amended Code of Ethics for Nurses was adopted.

Answer 15

SECTION 6,
PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 233
June 22, 1973

Question 16

Iloilo City, a consultation was done together with the accredited professional
organization of RN, PNA and other affiliate organizations of RN’s deciding to adopt a NEW Code of Ethics under R.A. 9173

Answer 16

In October 23, 2003

Question 17

a new Code of Ethics for Filipino Nurse was adopted under R.A. 9173 and was promulgated by the Board of Nursing. The Code of Ethics for Filipino Nurses embodies ethical principles and guidelines to be observed.

Answer 17

July 14, 2004

Question 18

“Philippine Nursing Act of 2002”
Act that provides a comprehensive definition and understanding of the nursing profession.

Answer 18

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9173

Question 19

Health is a fundamental right of every individual.

Answer 19

ARTICLE 1:, Section 1.

Question 20

Nurses have to gain knowledge and understanding of man’s cultural, social, spiritual, psychological, and ecological aspects of illness, utilizing the therapeutic process.

Answer 20

ARTICLE 1, Section 2.

Question 21

The desire for respect and confidence for clientele, colleagues, co-workers, and the members of the community provides incentive to attain and maintain the highest possible degree of ethical conduct.

Answer 21

ARTICLE 1, Section 3.

Question 22

Ethical Principles:
• Values, customs, & spiritual beliefs are to be respected
• Freedom to make rational and unconstrained decisions will be
respected
• Personal information acquired shall be held in strict confidence

Answer 22

ARTICLE 2, Section 4.

Question 23

• consider the individuality and totality of patients when they administer care.
• respect the spiritual beliefs and practices of patients regarding diet
and treatment.
• uphold the rights of individuals.
• take into consideration the culture and values of patients in providing nursing care. However, in the event of conflicts, their welfare and safety must take precedence.

Answer 23

ARTICLE 2, Section 5.

Question 24

• Human life is inviolable
• Quality and excellence in care are the goals of nursing practice.
• Accurate documentation of actions and outcomes is the hallmark of nursing accountability

Answer 24

ARTICLE 3, Section 6.

Question 25

know the definition and scope of nursing practice which are in the
provisions of R. A. No. 9173, known as the “Philippine Nursing Act of 2002” and Board Res. No. 425, Series of 2003, the “Rules and Regulations Implementing the Philippine Nursing Act. of 2002”, (Implementing Rules and Regulations {IRR}).

Answer 25

ARTICLE 3, Section 7.

Question 26

RNs are in solidarity with other members of the healthcare team in
working for the patient’s best interest.
• RN maintains collegial and collaborative working relationship with colleagues and other healthcare providers.

Answer 26

ARTICLE 4, Section 12.

Question 27

• maintain their professional role/identity while working with other
members of the health team.
• conform with group activities as those of a health team should be
based on acceptable, ethico-legal standards.
• contribute to the professional growth and development of other
members of the health team.

Answer 27

ARTICLE 4, Section 13.

Question 28

commission or omission of an act, pursuant to a duty

Answer 28

NEGLIGENCE

Question 29

Failure to report observation to attending physicians.

Answer 29

NEGLIGENCE, REPORT

Question 30

Failure to exercise the degree of diligence which the circumstances of the particular case demands.

Answer 30

NEGLIGENCE, DILIGENCE

Question 31

Mistaken identity

Answer 31

NEGLIGENCE, IDENTITY

Question 32

Wrong medicine, wrong concentration, wrong route, wrong dose.

Administration of medicine without a doctor’s prescription.

Answer 32

NEGLIGENCE, DOSE

Question 33

Defects in equipment such as stretchers and wheelchairs may lead to falls thus injuring the patients.

Answer 33

NEGLIGENCE, DEFECTS

Question 34

Errors due to family assistance

Answer 34

NEGLIGENCE, ERRORS

Question 35

The thing speaks for itself.

Answer 35

THE DOCTRINE OF
RES IPSA LOQUITUR

Question 36

CONDITIONS FOR
RES IPSA LOQUITUR

Answer 36

+ 01
nature of injury was that it would not normally happen or occur unless there was a negligent act on the part of someone
+ 02
injury caused by an agency within control of the defendant.
+ 03
plaintiff himself did not engage in any manner that would tend to bring about injury

Question 37

improper or unskillful care of a patient by a nurse; stepping beyond one’s authority with serious consequences

Answer 37

MALPRACTICE

Question 38

irresistible force; unforeseen or inevitable.

Answer 38

DOCTRINE OF
FORCE MAJEURE

Question 39

no person shall be responsible for those events (floods, earthquakes, fire,
accidents) which cannot be foreseen, or which though foreseen, are
inevitable except in cases specified by law.

Answer 39

DOCTRINE OF
FORCE MAJEURE

Question 40

let the master answer for the acts of the subordinate

Answer 40

DOCTRINE OF RESPONDEAT SUPERIOR

Question 41

lack of ability, legal qualifications and fitness to discharge the required duty

Answer 41

INCOMPETENCE