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UK Nursing Standards & NMC Code Flashcards

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  1. What minimum number of practice hours must a nurse complete for NMC revalidation every three years?

    Answer: 450 hours

    NMC revalidation requires nurses to complete a minimum of 450 practice hours over the three-year revalidation period (or 900 hours for those registering as both a nurse and midwife).

  2. Under the NMC Code's principle 'Preserve safety', what must a nurse do if they are concerned about a colleague's conduct?

    Answer: Raise concerns immediately through appropriate channels

    The NMC Code requires nurses to raise concerns immediately if they believe someone in their care may be at risk of harm. Concerns about a colleague's conduct that poses a risk to patients must be reported.

  3. How many CPD hours must a nurse complete for NMC revalidation every three years?

    Answer: 35 hours

    NMC revalidation requires a minimum of 35 hours of continuing professional development (CPD) in the three-year period, of which at least 20 hours must be participatory learning.

  4. According to the NMC Code, what does 'preserving safety' require in relation to prescribing?

    Answer: Only prescribing within legal frameworks and your competence

    The NMC Code requires nurses who prescribe to only do so within the limits of their competence and the legal frameworks that apply. Nurse prescribers must remain up to date with legislation and evidence.

  5. The NMC Code requires nurses to 'practise effectively'. Which action best reflects this principle?

    Answer: Completing mandatory training and keeping knowledge up to date

    Practising effectively under the NMC Code means keeping knowledge and skills up to date, completing relevant training, and basing practice on best available evidence. It is about professional competence, not organisational contribution.

  6. What is meant by the term 'accountable' in the context of the NMC Code?

    Answer: Being able to justify your decisions and actions to patients, employers, and the NMC

    Accountability in nursing means being able to justify your actions and omissions to patients, the public, your employer, and the NMC. Registered nurses are professionally accountable for their own practice at all times.