The document discusses ethics in nursing. It defines ethics as the study of good conduct and character and how it differs from legal issues. It outlines key ethical principles like autonomy, justice, and beneficence. The International Council of Nursing Code of Ethics is also summarized, which establishes the nurse's responsibilities to people in need of care, nursing practices, society, coworkers, and the profession. The code aims to guide ethical nursing behavior and uphold standards of care, confidentiality, and professionalism.