The American Nurses Association Code Of Ethics In The Nursing Profession

Today nurses in all roles participate in ethical decision making arising from mortality, relationships, and conduct issues surrounding patient care and families. This is particularly the situation with ethical issues involving pediatrics and those unable to take their own decisions. While the patients’ interests should come first, there are many other factors that come into play when providing pediatric patient care: parents’ knowledge, cultural and religious practices, and the pediatric patient’s knowledge of their disease. Therefore, it is essential for nurses to follow the American Nurses Association (ANA) code of ethics to carry out nursing responsibilities in a manner consistent with quality in nursing care and the ethical obligations of the profession. In this paper I will discuss the ethical issues that deal with a fourteen year old boy with Cystic Fibrosis (C.F.). He has been faced with the proposition from his pulmonologist that he will not survive another acute respiratory distress attack and will have to intubated if his status deteriorated. However, he and his parents are not agreeing on whether or not he should be intubated if his status deteriorated with his next attack. This poses a huge ethical dilemma because as a nurse we are the patient’s advocate and need to do everything we can to make our patient comfortable as well as having the parents understand and accept the patient wants and desires.

Provision 8.1 of the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics denotes that health is a universal right. The provision states, “the nurse collaborates with other health professionals and the public to protect human rights, promote health diplomacy, and reduce health disparities” (Lachman, Swanson, & Windland-Brown, 2015, p. 365). From chapter 1, the ethical theory that best fits provision 8.1 is utilitarianism. The ethical theory of utilitarianism theorizes “one should act so as to do the greatest good for the greatest number” (Baillie, McGeehan, Garrett, & Garrett, 2013, p. 4). This theory promotes a universal method because it signifies that even if a decision is made and does not benefit every single person; however, benefits most

CNA Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses (2008) provides guidance in dealing with cases like this by explaining the core nursing values and responsibilities involved which are: a) providing safe, compassionate, competent and ethical care; b) promoting health and well-being; c) promoting and respecting informed decision-making, and d) Preserving dignity; e) maintaining confidentiality, f) promoting justice and g) being accountable. The first nursing value is always expected to be upheld in any case because it is their duty to provide care using appropriate safety precautions and preventing/minimizing all forms of violence (CNA, 2008). The collaboration of the nurses between the physician and Mr. C’s family has been evident since then. This therefore calls Mr. C’s nurses to be more compassionate about his situation and try to recognize where he is coming from as they build a trust-worthy relationship before judging him or jumping into conclusions like he does not want to live anymore. Even if he decides to withdraw from these potentially life-sustaining treatments, health care providers are still obliged to give him the care he need the best way they can up until the end of his life. The second nursing value, just like the first one, still calls nurses to still aim to promote or at least maintain Mr. C’s health and well-being to the highest possible level regardless of the path he had chosen for his life. This can be achieved by continuing to collaborate well with other

According to the American Nurses Association (ANA) states on the safeguarding and promotion of human rights pertaining to medical services in an essential function of the association. The nurses should be aware in the events where individuals have limited or diminished ability to exercise their rights and the ethical issues in particular the children, mentally disabled, and critically ill. (ANA, 2001).

As nurses we are often expected to abide by a certain set of professional rules and obligations, as well as performing duties that we must follow. The field of ethics influences how we should treat each other, how we should act, what we should do, and why. The ANA code of ethics is a useful tool that helps guide nurses in everyday life and practice. When we are faced with an ethical dilemma the nursing code of ethics will aide us in making an appropriate ethical decision as well as caring for our patients effectively. The code of ethics for nurses consists of nine provisions and the accompanying interpretive statements. “It emphasizes the important qualities and responsibilities of a nurse (Provisions 1-3), distinguishes the limits of obligation

I love your last statement “Patient care is a collaborative effort and we should feel like our opinions are important and valued as healthcare professionals”. Unfortunately, I feel like some team members don’t feel the same way. Your story sounds similar to mines, with your concerns being dismissed, which is truly unfortunate, because we are at the bedside I feel like we know when our patients just aren’t right. ANA code of ethics provision 6.3 states “nurses have the right to freely and openly advocate for themselves and their patients, without fear of retribution” (Fowler, 2015). In the NICU our patient cannot advocate for themselves or tell us what is wrong, it is nursing assessment that helps guide the necessary actions needed for those

Describe a time when you witnessed an effective advocacy on behalf of a patient or population.

According to the Code of Ethics, Code of Conduct and the Treaty of Waitangi the nurse’s professional responsibility is primarily to the patient. The nurse is an advocate for the patient and works in partnership with him, not in a position of power over him. Thus in order to overcome the ethical dilemma, adhere to ethical principles and professional standards, the nurse should not follow the family’s request but in fact should respect Ricky’s dignity, rights, autonomy and self-determination. “The choices and values of the competent patient should always be given highest priority “(Fry, Veatch & Taylor, 2011, p. 437). According to the Mental Health Act Ricky has rights as mental health patient such as Sec. 64 Ricky has right to information on rights as a patient; Sec. 66 Ricky has right to treatment; Sec. 67 Ricky has right to be informed about treatment and Sec. 11 Ricky has right to refuse medical treatment

In the Code of Ethics for Nurses, the author states that it is a nurse’s responsibility to create a safe environment that protects the discussion of personal information for individuals, families and communities from leaking to unwanted sources.

I found it very interesting that we came to the same conclusion for case study one. Deborah could go ahead and partake of the fraud her coworkers and supervisors are currently during, but the dilemma she is facing is too much for her. I Also like what you said about the consequences that could arise if Deborah decides to follow the footsteps of her colleagues. By following the nursing code of ethics she is looking at the patients well-being now and in the future. Deborah’s situation is a great example of doing what is best for the patient and preventing any harm that could arise from not following her duties as a nurse.

Laws, medical documentation standards and professional guidelines are constantly changing. The practice of good clinical medicine requires knowledge of medical and ethical issues. Health care providers face multiple ethical issues on a daily basis. Clinicians must analyze different factors like patient rights, quality of life, confidentiality and proper allocation of resources while evaluating a patient and formulating a care plan.

The tendency of human nature is to listen to people who usually agree with us because one does not accept another's contrary opinion especially if it seems not to reflect an individual's way of thinking. However, that rule does not apply in the academic world for nursing practice explicitly requires supportive evidence echoing data from research. Consequently, here there is no room for personal views unless opinion's rationale derives from a scholarly source. Janell, as you mentioned, it is crucial to acquire information from a source supported and reviewed by unbiased experts who strengthen their point of view by existing research. Furthermore, the guidelines which help us to verify the trustworthiness of a site and credibility of publishers

In the journal it explains how the practice of nursing sets ethical standards for nurses around the world for human rights and establishing parameters for ethical practice for nurses within their work environment, profession, and among their coworkers. For nursing in the United States, the ANA set the code of ethics for nurses and their practice in 1950 built on a tradition of ethical standards begun in the late 19th century (Fowler, 2016). The ANA Code of Ethics remains a comprehensive and dynamic

All policies put in place by health facilities and different governments are to ensure safe and quality care for nurses to their patients. Systems such as the combating of workplace hazards and violence in California ensure that nurses are secure and working in a safe environment to provide comprehensive care (Campolieti, 2016). When nurses contract infections, it is possible for them to consequently infect their patients, therefore, fragmenting responsibility by being a risk to their patients (Campolieti, Goldenberg, & Hyatt, 2008). Policies protecting nurses ensure that all hospitals are not only safe but also therapeutic. Below are some of the power relations between the providers of care and those in need of the same.

A major standardized protocol for all professions, especially in the healthcare system must initiate a code of ethics. The code of ethics helps structure the core values of the profession and the individual’s behavior when performing their care of duties. In nursing, the code of ethics helps express the nurses understanding of their commitment to the society when making ethical decisions. If the code of ethics is not obeyed, profound consequences, such as disciplinary actions or revocation of licensure can take place. Each provision follows a specific principle that a nurse can encounter in the nursing profession. Most of the provisions can combine into one provision because they are describing the same principle. The principle of showing respect and professionalism, becoming an advocacy and taking responsibilities for their own actions, are going to be the main principles explained.