The NMC Code: Professionalism Flashcards
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According to the NMC Code, which of the following actions best demonstrates the principle of 'Promote professionalism and trust'?
Answer: Acting as a positive role model to colleagues and upholding the reputation of the profession, both within and outside of work.
The 'Promote professionalism and trust' theme of the NMC Code requires nurses, midwives, and nursing associates to uphold the reputation of their profession at all times. This includes displaying a personal commitment to the standards in the Code and acting as a model of integrity and leadership.
A newly qualified nurse is asked by a senior colleague to administer an intravenous medication they have not been signed off as competent to give. Which section of the NMC Code is most relevant to guiding the nurse's actions?
Answer: Preserve safety
The 'Preserve safety' theme of the Code explicitly states that professionals must recognise and work within the limits of their competence. Administering a medication without the required competency would be a breach of this standard, putting patient safety at risk.
A patient's family member, who is also a nurse at a different hospital, asks to view the patient's electronic health records. The patient has not given explicit consent for this. How should the nurse respond, in line with the NMC Code?
Answer: Politely decline, explaining that the duty of confidentiality under the 'Prioritise people' theme prevents sharing information without the patient's explicit consent.
The 'Prioritise people' theme of the Code requires nurses to respect people's right to privacy and confidentiality. A duty of confidentiality is owed to the patient, and information should not be shared without their informed consent, regardless of the relationship or professional status of the person requesting it.
Which statement accurately reflects the NMC's expectation regarding professional behaviour outside of work?
Answer: Behaviour in personal life, including on social media, must not damage public trust in the nursing and midwifery professions.
Under the theme 'Promote professionalism and trust', the Code is clear that professionals must behave in a way that does not damage the reputation of the profession, and this standard applies both in and out of work. This includes responsible use of social media.
A midwife working on a busy ward notices that a colleague consistently fails to complete patient records accurately and promptly. According to the NMC Code's theme of 'Practise effectively', what is the most appropriate initial action?
Answer: Raise the concern directly with the colleague in a constructive manner, or with a line manager if that is not appropriate.
The 'Practise effectively' theme includes standards on accurate record-keeping and working cooperatively. It is also linked to 'Preserve safety' and raising concerns. The appropriate professional action is to address the issue to prevent potential harm, initially at a local level if possible, by speaking with the colleague or a manager.
The four main themes of the NMC Code are: Prioritise people, Practise effectively, Preserve safety, and which of the following?
Answer: Promote professionalism and trust
The NMC Code is structured around four key themes that set out the professional standards for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates. These are: Prioritise people, Practise effectively, Preserve safety, and Promote professionalism and trust.