The ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses

Report
20 October 2021

Core competencies, Nursing regulation, Professional practice, Service delivery, Social-economic welfare

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Publication description

The ICN Code of Ethics for Nurses has served as the standard for nurses worldwide since it was first adopted in 1953. This newly revised version reflects lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and i a statement of the ethical values, responsibilities and professional accountabilities of nurses that defines and guides ethical nursing practice within the different roles nurses assume.  

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