RCVS Code of Professional Conduct

Question 1

What year is the Code of Professional Conduct?

Answer 1

2012

Question 2

What are the five principles of practice with the CoPC?

Answer 2

1. Professional competence
2. Honesty & integrity
3. Independence & impartiality
4. Client confidentiality & trust
5. Professional accountability

Question 3

Veterinary Nurses & animals

Answer 3

• RVNs must make animal health & welfare first consideration.
• Keep within own area of competence & refer cases responsibly.
• Provide appropriate & adequate care.
• Provide emergency first aid & pain relief.
• Supply and administer medicines.
• Communicate with Vet Surgeons & staff to ensure health & welfare of animals.

Question 4

Veterinary Nurses & clients

Answer 4

• Must be open & honest with clients, respect needs & requirements.
• Provide independent & impartial advice.
• Provide appropriate information about prices.
• Communicate effectively.
• Must keep clear, accurate & detailed nursing records & client records.
• Must not disclose information about the client/client’s animal to other parties.

Question 5

Veterinary Nurses & the profession

Answer 5

• Must take reasonable steps address adverse physical/mental health or performance that could impair fitness to practice.
• Must maintain and develop knowledge and skills relevant to their professional practice & competence.

Question 6

Veterinary Nurses & the veterinary team

Answer 6

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