Nursing is governed by several key ethical principles, including autonomy, beneficence, non-maleficence, justice, and confidentiality. Autonomy refers to respecting the patient's rights to make their own decisions. Beneficence involves acting in the best interest of the patient. Non-maleficence means avoiding harm to patients. Justice pertains to fairness in the distribution of resources and care. Confidentiality ensures that personal patient information is protected.
