The goal of this program is to inform nurses about the Code of Ethics for Nurses, nursing ethics committees and nursing advocacy, all of which help maintain the integrity of nursing. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to:
- Explain the American Nurses Association’s Code of Ethics
- Describe what nurses and institutions can do to foster collegial nurse-physician relationships
- State two functions of ethics committees/nursing ethics committees
- Explain three ways nurses can advocate for an ethical healthcare system for all citizens of the United States