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The 6cs As Set Out In Compassion In Practice

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Qualities and Values
The 6Cs as set out in “Compassion in Practice” (Department of Health, 2012) sets out a range of values which every nurse and healthcare professional should incorporate into their working practice and strategies. As well as the 6Cs, nurses should follow the guidance set out in “The Code” which are the professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses and midwives as set out by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC, 2015). The Royal College of Nursing sets out principles of nursing practice called “The Principles” (Royal College of Nursing (RCN), 2010). I will look at four of values and qualities here which are supported by each of these guidance materials.
Communication
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