10.15 : 护士的问责制和责任 I

Accountability is the obligation of a nurse to take responsibility for their actions and be answerable for any errors or omissions.

Nurses are considered accountable for complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards related to nursing practice.

Nurses are accountable for ensuring they adhere to professional standards of nursing practice and meet the requirements of their professional licensure.

Accountability requires nurses to make decisions in the patient's best interest and adhere to laws, regulations, professional standards, organizational policies, accepted practices, and ethical codes.

Similarly, the responsibility is to deliver safe, competent, and ethical patient care, aligning with professional standards.

Nurses are responsible for accurately documenting patient care activities, medications, treatments, and assessments.

A nurse is responsible for providing quality patient care, following ethical practices, accurately documenting, following safety protocols, and maintaining professional conduct.

A nurse should advocate for patients' safety and welfare, communicating openly and honestly about their care plans.

A nurse must remain updated on new treatments, medicine, and technologies available to provide evidence-based care.