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Code of Ethics
Adopted by NFLPN and NCLPNA |
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The fundamental responsibility of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is to
endeavor to conserve life and to promote health, with the welfare of the client
as the primary concern. |
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The LPN must be adequately prepared to practice and should take advantage of all
educational programs. |
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The LPN should know the limitations of one’s professional practice and follow
professional guidelines for practical nursing. |
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The LPN should at all times present an appearance that would reflect credit to
him or her and the profession. |
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The LPN must respect the person’s race, beliefs, and ethnicity at all times and
hold all information in strict confidence. |
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The LPN must unselfishly carry out prescribed care necessary to promote the
health and comfort of the client. |
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The LPN should seek advice and clarification if in doubt as to the prescribed
procedure or how to carry out the procedure. |
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In employment, the LPN must abide by the policies of the hospital/agency,
accepting only such compensation as the contract implies. A LPN should not
expect or accept tips or bribes. |
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The LPN should be loyal to the physician in charge and to all members of the
health care team and refuse to participate in unethical conduct. |
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In private life, the LPN should adhere to high standards of personal ethics,
which would reflect favorably upon the profession, and the welfare of the
community. |
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The LPN should share responsibility with other citizens and health professionals
in promoting efforts to meet the health care needs of the public on a local,
state, and national level. |
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The LPN should maintain memberships and actively participate in local, state,
and national organizations. |
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Education with emphasis on learning, community, responsibility, integrity,
value, and quality nursing practice. |
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