‘The Code’ published by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (2018) is a document outline the code of conduct for all registered nurses and midwives in the UK. Failure to adhere to the code can result in being struck off the NMC register!  This document has been central to both my academic work and placement work as it is central to everything we do as nurses. We must maintain the code in all areas of practice. This document helps me understand what is always expected of me as both a student and as a registered nurse because I am representing the nursing profession at all times.

Nursing and Midwifery Council, (2018.) The Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates. [Online]
Available at: https://www.nmc.org.uk/globalassets/sitedocuments/nmc-publications/nmc-code.pdf [Accessed 9 June 2023].