The nursing code of ethics reminds nurses:
1. To make good decisions.
2. To avoid ethical dilemmas.
3. Of the special responsibility they assume when caring for the sick.
4. To carry out hospital policies.
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Rationale 1: The nursing code of ethics provides guidelines for professional behavior.
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