By: Response by Kathryn Schroeter, PhD, MA-Bioethics, RN, CNOR, FAORN
As a perioperative nurse, I understand I should ensure the privacy and confidentiality of my patients and their information while providing care throughout pre-, intra-, and post-operative surgical phases and care settings. How can I uphold the values outlined in the Code of Ethics for Nurses (Code) with regard to advocating for patients’ rights and safety?
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