Singapore Legal System, SNB regulations and functions

Question 1

Functions of SNB (5)

Answer 1

Certification, Registration and enrolment, regulation, issue practicing certs, accreditation of courses

Question 2

Principles of the Code for Nurses and Midwives (4)

Answer 2

• sets the professional
  conduct, ethical values and practice standards
• serves as a guide to assist in ethical decisions
• provides a framework for the regulation of practice in
  Singapore
• in the event of professional misconduct, action may be taken

Question 3

3 main sources of law in sg

Answer 3

legislation, constitution, judge-made OR common law (judiciary)

Question 4

10 principles of code of nurses and midwives
4 nurse and people
4 nurse and practice
2 nurse and profession
1 nurse and co-workers

Answer 4

Nurses/Midwives and People
Principle 1: Respect People’s values, needs and rights
Principle 2: Respect and promote People’s autonomy
Principle 3: Respect People’s right to confidentiality and privacy
Principle 4: Advocate in the best interest of People

Nurses/Midwives and their practice
Principle 5: Practise in a responsible and accountable manner
Principle 6: Maintain competency in the care of People
Principle 7: Maintain clear and accurate records

Nurses/Midwives and their profession
Principle 8: Promote professionalism and uphold public trust
Principle 9: Practise self-regulation

Nurses/Midwives and co-workers
Principle 10: Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team

Question 5

Who is part of executive?

Answer 5

Elected president
Cabinet
attorney general

Question 6

Legislature who?

Answer 6

President
Parliament (Cabinet + ncmp + NMP)
Legislative authority (SSO)

Question 7

Judiciary who?

Answer 7

supreme court, state courts, CJ