Theme 2: Nusing And Midwifery Council

Question 1

What are the four main themes of the NMC code?

Answer 1

1. Prioritise people
2. Practice effectively
3. Preserve safety
4. Promote professionalism and trust

Question 2

What is the code?

Answer 2

The Code sets out common standards of conduct and behaviour for those on our register. This provides a clear, consistent and positive message to patients, service users and colleagues about what they can expect of those who provide nursing or midwifery care.

The professions we regulate have different knowledge and skills, set out in three distinct standards of proficiency. They can work in diverse contexts and have different levels of autonomy and responsibility. However, all of the professions we regulate exercise professional judgement and are accountable for their work

Question 3

What happens if misconduct happens?

Answer 3

If nurses, midwives or nursing associates fall short of the Code, what they did or failed to do may be serious professional misconduct. We’ll need to investigate and take action if this is the case.

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