How nurses approach ethical problems in Turkey

Area of Science:

• Nursing Ethics
• Professional Codes of Ethics

Background:

• Historically, nursing ethics focused on physician obedience and hospital loyalty.
• Contemporary nursing ethics emphasizes adherence to professional codes.
• The International Council of Nurses' Code for Nurses (1973) serves as a global model.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate how nurses in Turkey navigate ethical dilemmas.
• To apply the International Council of Nurses' Code for Nurses as a framework.
• To understand the practical application of ethical standards in Turkish nursing.

Main Methods:

• A study was conducted in 1993.
• The International Council of Nurses' Code for Nurses (1973) was used as a framework.
• The study focused on nurses' responses to ethical dilemmas in Turkey.

Main Results:

• Findings detail Turkish nurses' responses to ethical dilemmas.
• The study identified specific challenges and approaches in ethical decision-making.
• Results highlight the practical application of the International Council of Nurses' Code.

Conclusions:

• The study provides insights into nursing ethics in Turkey.
• It underscores the importance of professional codes in guiding ethical practice.
• Results contribute to understanding cross-cultural ethical considerations in nursing.