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MORAL PRINCIPLES
1.Golden Rule
2.The principle of Totality The whole is greater than its parts
3.Epikia There is always an exemption to the rule
4.One who acts through as agent is herself responsible (instrument to the
crime)
and promulgated by the Board of Nursing under Resolution No. 220 Series of 2004 last
July 14, 2004.
Preamble:
Sec. 1 Health is a fundamental right of the individual (4-fold responsibilities & if not
possible assistance towards a peaceful death
Sec 2 Nurses have to gain knowledge & understanding of mans cultural, social,
spiritual, psychological, & ecological aspects of illness utilizing the therapeutic process.
Sec. 3 The desire for respect & confidence of clientele, colleagues, co-workers, & the
members of the community provide the incentive to attain & maintain the highest
possible degree of ethical conduct.
Article II - Registered Nurses and People (Service to Others) 1. Values, customs &
spiritual beliefs held by the individual shall be represented 2. Individual freedom to make
rational & unconstrained decision shall be respected. 3. Personal information acquired
in the process of giving nursing care shall be in strict confidence.
Article III Registered Nurse and Practice (Integrity and Objectivity) 1. Human life is
inviolable 2. Quality & excellence in the care of the patients are the goals of nursing
practice 3. Accurate documentation of actions & outcomes of delivered care is the
hallmark of nursing accountability 4. RNs are the advocate of the patients: they shall
take appropriate steps to safeguard their rights & privileges. 5. RNs are aware that their
actions have professional, moral & legal dimensions. They strive to perform their work in
the best interest of all concerned.
Article IV Registered Nurses and Co-Workers (Solidarity and Teamwork) 1. The RN is
in solidarity with other members of the health care team in working for the patients best
interest. 2. The RN maintains collegial & collaborative working relationship with
colleagues & other health care providers.
Article V RN, Society and Environment (Social and Civic Responsibility) 1. The
preservation of life, respect for human rights & promotion of a healthy environment shall
be a commitment of a RN 2. The establishment of linkages w/ the public in promoting
local, national & international efforts to meet health & social needs of the people as a
contributing member of society is a noble concern of a RN
Article VI RN and the Profession (Professional Competence; Global Competitiveness;
Equality of all Professions) 1. Maintenance of loyalty to the nursing profession &
preservation of its integrity are ideal 2. Compliance w/ the by-laws of the PNA, & other
professional organizations of w/c the RN is a member is a lofty duty 3. Commitment to
continual learning and active participation in the development & growth of the profession
are commendable obligations 4. Contribution to the improvement of the socio-economic
conditions & general welfare of nurses through appropriate legislation is a practice &
visionary mission.
REFERENCES:
Sia, R.M. et al. (2006). Nursing Law and Ethics. Quezon City. RMSIA Publishing
Vera, H. (2004). Code of Ethics for Filipino Nurses. Retrieved from www.scribed.com.
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Bautista, E. (2003). Ethico-Moral Aspects of Nursing. Retrieved from
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