Factors related to implementation of nursing care ethical principles in Indonesia.

Abstract

Background: The implementation of ethical principles is crucial in carrying out nursing care, since it is part of the 12 basic competencies, that should be possessed by a nurse. This study aims to analyse the factors associated with the implementation of nurses’ ethical principles.Design and Methods: This study used a quantitative research design, with a cross-sectional approach. The participants consisted of 389 nurses, working in the medical ward of the hospitals, in Indonesia. Data were analysed using the bivariate analysis, t-test, ANOVA and multiple linear regression test.Results: There were no significant relationships between the demographic factors and the ethical behaviour. There was a relationship between caring behaviour and the application of ethical principles (p=0.000, and a correlation coefficient of 0.602).Conclusion: Nurse ethical behaviour was improved, by increasing their caring attitude.Significance for public healthThe implementation of nursing services should always make provisions for good care, uphold the code of ethics, apply ethical principles, and other related services. There are seven ethical principles of nursing, namely autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence, justice, veracity, fidelity, and confidentiality. The implementation of nursing ethics depends on, the personal nurse, and other factors that serve as an influence. This study discusses the factors related to implementation of nursing care ethical principles in Indonesia.