NHS constitution

Question 1

What is the NHS constitution?

Answer 1

Establishes the principles and values of the NHS. It sets out the rights to which patients, the public and staff are entitled to and the pledges and responsibilities which the public, patients and staff owe one another to ensure that the NHS operates fairly and effectively

Question 2

What are the 7 principles of the NHS constitution?

Answer 2

CAH-PW-VA

1. Comprehensive service available to all
2. Access is based on clinical need, not the ability to pay
3. Highest standards of excellence and professionalism
4. Patient will be at the heart of everything the NHS does
5. NHS Works across organisational boundaries
6. NHS is commited to providing the Best value for tax payers money
7. Accountable to the public, communities and patients that it serves

Question 3

What are the key values of the NHS constitution?

Answer 3

WRCCIE

1. Working together for patients
2. Respect and dignity
3. Commitment to quality of care
4. Compassion
5. Improving lives
6. Everyone counts