The Code of Ethics for Nurses was developed to clarify the main values, objectives and responsibilities towards the nursing profession. It serves as a guide for carrying out nursing responsibilities in a manner consistent with the quality of nursing care and the ethical obligations of nurses. The first provision states: "The nurse, in all professional relationships, practices with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and uniqueness of each individual, without restriction as to consideration of social or economic status, attributes personal or the nature of health problems. » (American Nurses Association, 2001, p. 7). The second provision states: “Nurses' primary commitment is to the patient, whether an individual, family, group, or community” (ANA, 2001, p. 9). The third provision states: “The nurse promotes, advocates, and strives to protect the health, safety, and rights of the patient” (ANA, 2001, p. 12). The 4th provision states: “The nurse is responsible for individual nursing practice and determines the appropriate delegation of duties consistent with the nurse's obligation to provide optimal patient care (ANA, 2001, p. 16). The fifth provision states: “The nurse has the same duties to herself as to others, including the responsibility to preserve her integrity and safety, to maintain her competence, and to pursue her personal and professional growth” (ANA , 2001, p. The 6th provision specifies: “The nurse participates in the establishment, maintenance and improvement of health care consistent with the values ​​of the profession through individual and collective action” (ANA, 2001, p. 20). The 7th provision states: "The nurse participates in the advancement of the profession through contributions to practice, education, a...... middle of paper ......r meditation , setting up a private space for a particular ritual, contacting an appropriate spiritual support person, or ensuring that specific dietary requirements are met. Praying with or reading scriptures to patients may be included in nursing care, provided it is done with the patient's permission and within the context of their tradition (Burkhardt & Nathaniel, 2008, p. 456). Ms. Kerns said she believes “God has given us the technology to preserve the lives of our patients.” Ms. Kerns' statement proved that her spirituality guided her actions throughout Mr. Corbett's case. Mr. Corbett never mentioned a personal spiritual preference and it is important to consider that it is possible that Mr. Corbett preferred to be subject to a DNR order, despite what the nurse may consider correct in the matter of his own beliefs..