A1.4 The Purpose Of Following Professional Codes Of Conduct Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What is the professional code of conduct?
A
It outlines the standards of behavior expected of individuals in a specific profession or workplace
2
Q
What are some examples of professional societies/organisations that write codes of conduct
A
- NMC
- the royal college of nursing
- the science council
3
Q
What organisations have their own codes of conduct?
A
- government agencies eg public health England
- private companies
- employer-led bodies
4
Q
What do codes of conduct aim to do
A
- they clarify the aims of the organisation and its values and principles
- they clarify the standards that everyone must adhere to
- they outline expected professional behaviors and attidues
- they outline rules and responsibilities within organisations
- they promote confidence in the organisation and profession
