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ASSESSMENT : LAW AND ETHICS

   

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LAW AND ETHICS2Table of contentsIntroduction......................................................................................................................................3Ethical principles and moral and legal considerations....................................................................3Explaining ethical, legal and moral considerations with reference to case study............................4Conclusion.......................................................................................................................................5

LAW AND ETHICS3IntroductionThis assessment seeks to focus on the various schools of ethical principle and moral thought thatguides and influences nursing. Specific codes of conducts, ethical considerations and legalaspects are also highlighted in reference to a given case study. Ethical principles and moral andlegal considerations are vital in every sphere of life. Its importance is even greater in thehealthcare sector. There are various ethical principles as well as legal and moral considerationsguiding the behavior and action of nurses and doctors in healthcare institutions. Patientsincreasingly depend on the adherence to ethical principles and honesty of nurses and careproviders. It is the responsibility of every healthcare service provider to integrate knowledge oflegal and ethical aspects into their practice. Ethical principles and moral and legal considerationsThere exist various codes of ethics guiding the behavior and functions of nurses in Australia.These codes were framed by the various standards and principles stated in the United Nations’International Covenant on Cultural, Social and Economic Rights, Universal Declaration ofHuman Rights, World Health Organization’s Health and Human Rights etc (Griffith & Tengnah,2014). Such codes outline the commitment of nurses to promote, uphold, protect and respect thefundamental rights of people. These codes are further supported by the National CompetencyStandards for Registered Nurse, Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses etc. (Burkhardt &Nathaniel, 2013). Some major codes of ethics deserving focus here are also complementary tothe ICN (International Council of Nurses).1: Nurses should value the diversity of people and provide quality care equally for all.2: Nurses should value informed decision making3: Nurses should value an ecologically, economically and socially sustainable environment andpromote health wellbeing4: Nurses should also value the ethical management of informationAlong with ethical considerations, certain moral factors also influence nurses’ behavior. They areresponsible for reporting any kind of immoral behavior and stand against staff leaders and otherhealthcare professionals who indulge in illegal actions. Intervening in situations of victimization,domestic and sexual abuse etc. is also important. Major legal implications in nursing practice are basically related to federal and state laws,licensure, public expectation of nurses and scope of practice (Badzek et al. 2013). Nurse’s

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