Drug Administration and Intravenous Therapy Information 2022

Running head: DRUG ADMINISTRATION AND INTRAVENOUS THERAPY 1
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DRUG ADMINISTRATION AND INTRAVENOUS THERAPY 2
Complying with Codes and Standards
Question 1 (NMBA, 2012)
1.1 CoC 1: Nurses practice in a safe and competent manner
As a nurse, it is important to take part in any professional development with the aim of
improving knowledge and skills to maintain competence.
CoE 6: Nurses value a culture of safety in nursing and health care
One way to value a culture of safety in nursing is by appreciating that safety is everybody’s
responsibility.
Standard 9: Practices within safety and quality improvement guidelines and standards
This can be done by risk analysis consultations within a multi-disciplinary team in addition to
implementing strategies that help in risk minimization.
1.2 CoC 2: Nurses practice in accordance with the standards of the profession and broader
health system
The primary aim of the nurse is to provide safe and competent care and any circumstance that
may jeopardize the delivery of this care must be reported to the relevant authority.
CoE 1: Nurses value quality nursing care for all people
The appropriate way to comply with this code of ethic is by being accountable to the standard of
nursing care a nurse provides.
1.3 CoC 3: Nurses practice and conduct themselves in accordance with laws relevant to the
profession and practice of nursing

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As a nurse, I must ensure that I do not engage in any practices that are prohibited by the laws that
govern nursing.
Standard 1: Functions in accordance with the law, policies and procedures affecting EN
practice
As a nurse, I have to provide care in accordance with the agreed plan of care, policies of
workplaces, professional standards, and guidelines.
1.4CoC 4: Nurses respect the dignity, culture, ethnicity, values and beliefs of people
receiving care and treatment, and of their colleagues
As a nurse, I will ensure that I protect the interests of all patients under care by ensuring that the
quality of care is not compromised based on race, sexuality, gender, ethnicity, religion, age, or
culture.
CoE 2: Nurses value respect and kindness for self and others
As a nurse, I will always respect people’s individual ethical values regarding health care. I have
to put myself at the service of the patient to demonstrate an act of kindness thus preserving their
dignity.
CoE 3: Nurses value the diversity of people
As a nurse, I have to appreciate that different languages and cultural backgrounds influence care
provision in nursing.
Standard 2: Practices nursing in a way that ensures the rights, confidentiality, dignity and
respect of people are upheld

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I will respect any individual receiving care irrespective of their race, sexuality, gender, religion,
culture, ethnicity, age, or mental or physical state. I will also ensure privacy during care
provision.
1.5 CoC 5: Nurses treat personal information obtained in a professional capacity as private
and confidential
To comply with this code of conduct, I have to request the patient to disclose any information
that may be necessary in the provision of care. This information must be treated with
confidentiality because a nurse has legal and ethical obligations to protect such information
Co 7: Nurses value ethical management of information
Ethical management of information requires that the information being taken from the patient is
accurate, relevant to care provision, and non-judgmental.
Standard 2: Practices nursing in a way that ensures the rights, confidentiality, dignity and
respect of people are upheld
I will respect any individual receiving care irrespective of their race, sexuality, gender, religion,
culture, ethnicity, age, or mental or physical state.
1.6 CoC 6: Nurses provide impartial, honest and accurate information in relation to
nursing care and health care products
As a nurse, I will always advice a patient regarding alternative care products by fully explaining
the advantages and disadvantages to help in making informed decisions.
CoC 7: Nurses support the health, wellbeing and informed decision-making of people
requiring or receiving care

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The best way to comply with this code of conduct is by informing the patient and a family
member or friend of their choice about the nature of the recommended care plan and help them
in decision-making.
CoE 5: Nurses value informed decision-making
A nurse must make an informed decision in relation to their practice without coercion by anyone.
A nurse must also acknowledge the right of a patient to make their informed decision and assist
them in determining the right care plan based on their decision.
Standard 6: Provides skilled and timely care to people whilst promoting their
independence and involvement in care decision-making
A nurse must be able to provide care for all patients that may be unable to meet their mental and
physical health requirements.
1.7 CoC 8: Nurses promote and preserve the trust and privilege inherent in the relationship
between nurses and people receiving care
A nurse has to establish trust with their patients and assuring the patients that their emotional,
psychological, physical, and mental well-being will be adequately protected during care.
CoC 9: Nurses maintain and build on the community's trust and confidence in the nursing
profession
It is important to consider the ethical interests of the nursing profession during care provision to
improve public trust and confidence.
1.8 CoC 10: Nurses practice nursing reflectively and ethically
This can be done by encouraging and supporting professional development of college students.

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Standard 8: Provides nursing care that is informed by research evidence
The best way to comply with this standard is by refereeing to the registered nurse to guide the
process of decision-making.
1.9 Standard 3: Accepts accountability and responsibility for own actions
A nurse should be responsible and accountable for the nursing care offered. Additionally, care
should be provided with the scope of practice under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Reference
NMBA. (2012). The code of ethics for nurses in Australia. retrieved from:
https://www.nursingmidwiferyboard.gov.au/Codes-Guidelines-Statements/Professional-
standards.aspx
Question 2
2.1 Dangerous Drug Act
The dangerous drugs act requires that drugs are handled with a lot of care because careless use of
the drugs can cause addiction.
2.2 Storage of Dangerous Drugs of Addiction (DDA)
The drugs are store in separate locations from others in appropriately labeled containers with an
indication clearly showing that they are dangerous (Jackson, 2015).
2.3 Documentation of Dangerous Drugs of Addiction
The documentation must include the prescriber details (name, address and telephone number),
the date of prescription and quantity to be prescribed in numerical and words.