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Professional associations, ethics, and society

M D Fowler1

  • 1School of Nursing, Azusa Pacific University, CA.

Oncology Nursing Forum
|November 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Professional associations like the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) play a key role in shaping ethical standards for oncology nursing. This analysis offers recommendations for advancing ethics in practice and professional development.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Ethics
  • Professional Associations
  • Oncology Nursing

Background:

  • Professional associations are crucial for establishing and maintaining ethical standards within specialized fields.
  • The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) serves as a key example for examining the intersection of professional organizations and ethical conduct.
  • Understanding the interplay between power, values, and professional ideals is essential in clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the role of professional associations, specifically the ONS, in professional ethics within oncology nursing.
  • To explore the dynamics between power structures, meaning/value systems, and the ideals versus realities of nursing practice.
  • To analyze the functions of social ethics in relation to professional standards and provide future recommendations.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the Oncology Nursing Society's (ONS) current ethical standards.
  • Examination of the relationship between professional association roles, ethics, and societal functions.
  • Exploration of the ideal professional versus clinical practice realities.

Main Results:

  • The ONS ethical standards reflect key aspects of professional associations, ethics, and societal influences.
  • Identified gaps and areas for improvement in current ethical guidelines for oncology nursing.
  • The study highlights the importance of aligning professional ideals with practical clinical challenges.

Conclusions:

  • Professional associations significantly influence ethical standards in oncology nursing.
  • Recommendations are provided for enhancing future ethical standards and oncology nursing practice.
  • Continuous evaluation and adaptation of ethical frameworks are necessary to meet evolving clinical needs.

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