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Professional ethics in nursing: an integrative review
Mari Kangasniemi1, Piiku Pakkanen1, Anne Korhonen2
1Department of Nursing Science, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, Kuopio, Finland.
Journal of Advanced Nursing
|January 20, 2015
Summary
Professional ethics in nursing, a core concept, is defined as a voluntary, intra-professional approach to care. Further research is needed to support nurses
Area of Science:
- Nursing Science
- Bioethics
- Professional Ethics
Background:
- Professional ethics is a cornerstone of nursing practice, providing an ethical framework.
- Limited understanding exists regarding the definition and research scope of professional ethics within nursing science.
Purpose of the Study:
- To conduct an integrative review synthesizing primary studies on professional ethics in nursing.
- To explore the definition, scope, and research trends of professional ethics in nursing.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature searches of CINAHL, PubMed, and Scopus databases (1948-2013).
- Utilized a modified Cooper's five-stage integrative review methodology.
- Included 14 peer-reviewed studies in the synthesis.
Main Results:
- Professional ethics in nursing is characterized as a voluntary, intra-professional approach to care.
- It encompasses values, duties, rights, and responsibilities, guided by legislation and professional codes.
- While established, nursing professional ethics are dynamic, influenced by internal and external factors.
Conclusions:
- Despite its significance, professional ethics in nursing remains under-researched.
- Enhanced understanding is crucial for supporting nurses' moral decision-making.
- Further research is vital to address evolving healthcare and societal challenges.
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