The Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (The Code) was developed as a guide for carrying out nursing responsibilities in a manner consistent with quality in nursing care and the ethical obligations of the profession In an effort to provide easy access to The Code, we are providing view only access, not only for ANA members, but for all nurses and the publicAn ethical code supports nurses to achieve ethical nursing practice by describing a set of values, principles and/or expectations that will guide ethical professional conduct and assist nurses in their reflection and decisionmaking (Canadian Nurses Association, 17;A code of ethics serves to inform both nurses and society of the profession's expectations and requirements in ethical matters An ethical code provides a framework within which nurses can make ethical decisions and fulfill their responsibilities to the public, to other members of the health team, and to the profession
Nursing Ethics 18 Value Ethics Nursing
