DEONTOLOGY AND ETHICS IN NURSING

Course Description

This course introduces students to understand the historical development of nursing , nursing -related laws and regulations , information on ethical principles and the right to acquire the skills of ethical decision. Students with the course; . explain the concept of ethics and philosophical basis, define the basic concepts of ethics and nursing ethics, explain nursing philosophy and nursing values, discuss nursing ethic codes, discuss the rights of patients with legal and ethical aspects, explain the historical development of human rights, explain the historical development of patient rights, discuss the rights and responsibilities, explain ethical issues and ethical decision-making process, recognize the ethical problems, make suggestions to solve the ethical problems, explain the risk groups that can cause ethical problems.

DEONTOLOGY AND ETHICS IN NURSING

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 Disscus fundemental nursing principles related Nursing profession
2. 02 Comprehend principles of Nursing Fundementals
3. 03 İmplementation Nursing practice
4. 04 Realize self role, protection and prevention from enfection person, family and community
5. 05 Collaborate with nursing professions and other team members
6. 06 m

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Nathaniel, A. K. ve Burkhard, M. A. (2013). Çağdaş Hemşirelikte Etik (Çeviri Editörü: Alpar Ş., Bahçecik N. ve Karabacak Ü.) Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, İstanbul.
2. 02 Fry, S. (2000). Hemşirelik Uygulamalarında Etik. Çeviri: B. Bağ, ICN International Council Of Nurses, Bakanlar Media, Erzurum.
3. 03 Şentürk S. E. (2012). Meslek Olarak Hemşirelik ve Hemşirelikte Etik İlkeler. 1. Baskı, Nobel Tıp Kitabevleri, İstanbul.
4. 04 Göçmen Baykara, Z. (2022). Hemşirelik ve Etik. Türkiye Biyoetik Derneği Sağlık Profesyonelleri İçin Meslek Etiği Dizisi, Nobel Tıp Kitabevi, Ankara.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Knows the concepts related to deontology and ethics, professional ethical principles and values, and applies these principles in patient care and decision-making processes of all age groups. SOLO 4
2. L05 Will be able to develop solutions to ethical dilemmas in line with patient rights and ethical principles. SOLO 5
3. L07 Understands the importance of adhering to ethical rules in scientific research; recognizes confidentiality, voluntariness, honesty, and academic integrity during the research process, as well as ethical violations (plagiarism, fabrication, distortion, etc.). SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. Applies foundational nursing knowledge to meet individual, family, and community health needs by providing person-centred care that respects dignity, autonomy, privacy, and informed consent.
2. P02 2. Applies professional standards and quality management principles by using risk assessment, incident/near-miss reporting, audit/feedback, and continuous improvement to strengthen patient safety.
3. P03 3. Integrates theoretical and practical knowledge to deliver holistic preventive, curative, and rehabilitative nursing care by demonstrating therapeutic communication, empathy, and culturally safe practice.
4. P04 4. Delivers evidence-based, high-quality care using health information and communication technologies by documenting accurately, protecting confidentiality/data security, and using clinical technologies safely and appropriately.
5. P05 5. Identifies, analyzes, and addresses healthcare problems by formulating clinical questions, searching and appraising evidence, applying findings to practice, and evaluating outcomes using a systematic, research-informed approach.
6. P06 6. Manages nursing care by prioritizing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions; escalating concerns appropriately; and demonstrating accountability through accurate documentation and responsible delegation/supervision.
7. P07 7. Collaborates effectively within interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary teams by sharing timely information, respecting roles, engaging in constructive conflict management, and contributing actively to shared decision-making.
8. P08 8. Maintains lifelong learning by setting professional development goals, seeking and using feedback, engaging in reflective practice/portfolio work, and updating practice according to current scientific and technological developments.
9. P09 9. Plans and implements community-oriented projects and health promotion activities by using population data, collaborating with stakeholders, advocating for equitable health, and evaluating the impact of initiatives on community/public health.
10. P10 10. Upholds ethical principles by maintaining confidentiality, obtaining informed consent, ensuring fairness/non-discrimination, managing professional boundaries, and reporting unethical or unsafe practices according to regulations.
11. P11 11. Contributes to quality and professional development processes by participating in institutional quality activities, supporting in-field/out-of-field education through mentoring/teaching, and representing the nursing profession appropriately at national and international levels.
12. P12 12. Communicates professionally in at least one foreign language to access and use international evidence, collaborate with global peers, and provide safe, respectful communication for diverse populations.

Po-Lo Matrix