Overview
This topic explores the ethical and legal principles that guide professional nursing practice and the role of the Registered Nurse.
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Aims
The aim of this topic is to:
- Develop critical thinking skills that support ethical and legal reasoning about practice
- Allow students to cultivate professional conduct that is ethically and legally defensible
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Explain the importance of relevant professional codes and legislation in determining safe and effective clinical practice
2.
Develop personal perspectives on the selected ethical and legal concerns in nursing practice
3.
Critique clinical practice utilising ethical principles
4.
Apply a practical framework to ethical and legal aspects of professional practice
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