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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Ethics
    • Professional Standards

    Background:

    • The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of conduct is fundamental to nursing practice.
    • It outlines essential standards for professional behavior, performance, and ethics.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the core components of the NMC code of conduct.
    • To understand its impact on daily nursing practice and ethical decision-making.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of the official NMC code of conduct document.
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