INTRODUCTION

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• Relevant to all levels of nurses and midwives and areas of practice including those encompassing clinical, management, education and research domains.
  
  
• Outlines the ethical standards expected and required of nurses and midwives practicing in the unique multi cultural context of Brunei as well as the profession’s intention to accept the rights of clients and to uphold these rights in practice.
  
  

PURPOSE OF THE CODE OF ETHICS

• Identify the fundamental ethical standards and values of the nursing and midwifery profession,
  
  
• Provide a basis for professional and self reflection on ethical conduct,
  
  
• Guide ethical decision making and practice, and
  
  
• Indicate to the community the ethical values which nurses and midwives are expected to hold.

SEVEN (7) VALUES ON CODE OF ETHICS

1. Respect client’s needs, values, culture, religion, beliefs and vulnerability in the provision of care.
   
   
2. Provide safe, compassionate and ethical care to all.
   
   
3. Promote and respect informed decision-making in providing care.
   
   
4. Be accountable and responsible in the profession.
   
   
5. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of all clients.
   
   
6. Preserve client’s dignity.
   
   
7. Promote justice through equality.