Why do we use pseudonyms in nursing?
The nursing press includes frequent case studies where patients are referred to by a pseudonym, or perhaps by an initial. If you know the hospital where the author works, you might be able to identify the patient, but in general terms the confidentiality of the patient seems reasonably protected.
What is the NMC Code 2015?
“The Code sets out the professional standards for nurses and midwives. When someone joins the NMC’s register, they are committing to uphold these standards when they practice.” The Code will be central to revalidation, which is a series of three-yearly checks that the NMC is introducing at the end of 2015.
What are the four Ps of the NMC Code 2015?
It is structured around four themes – prioritise people, practise effectively, preserve safety and promote professionalism and trust.
What did the NMC used to be called?
UKCC. In 1983, the United Kingdom Central Council for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Visiting (UKCC) was set up, replacing the General Nursing Council for England and Wales established by the Nurses Registration Act 1919, the Central Midwives Board in London and seven other bodies.
When can a nurse break confidentiality?
Nurses and other health practitioners may, in certain situations, be under a legal duty to breach patient confidentiality: to notify an appropriate statutory authority about an infectious disease. where ordered to do so by a judge. to prevent the patient or another person from being harmed.
What does NMC say about confidentiality?
As a nurse, midwife or nursing associate, you owe a duty of confidentiality to all those who are receiving care. This includes making sure that they are informed about their care and that information about them is shared appropriately. You can only make a ‘conscientious objection’ in limited circumstances.
How do you reference the NMC code?
In the reference list: Nursing & Midwifery Council. (2018). The code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates.
Is the NMC a regulatory body?
1 The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is the independent professional regulator for nurses and midwives in the UK. 2 Our role as a regulator is to protect the public.
Is the NMC a governing body?
The Council is our governing body. It sets our strategic direction, takes key decisions and makes sure we fulfil our duty to protect the public.
Can nurses share patient information without consent?
Answer: Yes. The Privacy Rule allows covered health care providers to share protected health information for treatment purposes without patient authorization, as long as they use reasonable safeguards when doing so. These treatment communications may occur orally or in writing, by phone, fax, e-mail, or otherwise.