The purpose of the ______ is that it contains statements related to ethical obligations, duties, standards, and a nurses commitment to society.

• A. Guidelines for peri-op practice
• B. Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements
• C. The Future of Nursing: Leading change, advancing health
• D. Standards of Peri-op nursing

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is the ethical framework that guides professional nursing and the profession’s obligation to society. The Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements lays out the ethical obligations, duties, standards, and the nurse’s commitment to the public. It provides a normative foundation for decision-making, patient advocacy, confidentiality, informed consent, and equitable care, helping nurses translate moral principles into everyday practice. The interpretive statements offer guidance on applying those ethical concepts in real-world situations, making it a living framework for ethical conduct. This distinguishes it from practical guidelines for perioperative practice, leadership-focused reports, or discipline-specific standards, which address performance and procedures rather than the profession’s moral commitments.