NMC CODE

What is the primary purpose of the NMC Code of Practice?

• To provide a legal framework for nursing registration.

• To guide nurses and midwives in professional behavior and standards.

• To ensure nurses follow hospital-specific protocols.

• To regulate patient care procedures.

Which of the following is NOT one of the four key themes of the NMC Code?

• Prioritize people.

• Practice effectively.

• Promote innovation.

• Preserve safety.

According to the NMC Code, preserving patient confidentiality means:

• Avoiding sharing patient information even with the healthcare team.

• Only sharing patient information when required for care or legal reasons.

• Discussing patient cases on social media without using names.

• Refusing to document patient information in medical records.

Nurses are required to report any concerns about patient safety or malpractice, even if it involves colleagues.

• True

• False

Which of the following best describes how a nurse can "prioritize people"?

• By meeting patients' physical needs but delegating emotional care to others.

• By ensuring patients follow their care plan without question

• By focusing on completing tasks efficiently, even if patient interaction is minimal.

• .By treating patients respectfully, listening to their concerns, and involving them in decisions about their care.

What should a nurse do if they notice a colleague breaching the NMC Code?

• .Report the incident to a senior colleague or manager.

• Ignore the issue to avoid conflict

• Confront the colleague publicly.

• Post about it anonymously online to raise awareness.

The NMC Code requires nurses to always act in a way that justifies:

• The confidence of their employers.

• Recognition and awards for professional conduct.

• Public trust in the nursing and midwifery professions.

• Compliance with hospital policies.

Nurses are allowed to refuse to care for a patient if they feel unprepared or unsure of how to proceed.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following actions aligns with the NMC Code's theme of "Practicing Effectively"?

• Delegating tasks without checking if the person is competent to perform them.

• Keeping up-to-date with professional training and evidence-based practices.

• Only documenting patient care at the end of a shift to save time.

• Avoiding discussions with colleagues to focus solely on patient care.

A nurse demonstrates professional integrity by

• Ensuring they are honest and open in all interactions with patients and colleagues.

• Avoiding admitting mistakes to protect their professional reputation

• Agreeing with patient requests, even when they conflict with clinical guidelines.

• Following the advice of colleagues without questioning its accuracy.