NMC UK CBT Study ACTUAL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What does The Code contain? - CORRECT ANSWER Professional standards that registered
nurses, midwives, and nursing associates must uphold.
What are the four Ps of The Code? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Prioritise people
2. Practise effectively
3. Preserve safety
4. Promote professionalism and trust
What are the 5 components of "Prioritise People"? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Treat people as
individuals and uphold their dignity.
2. Listen to people and response to their preferences and concerns.
3. Makes sure that people's physical, social, and psychological needs are assessed and responded to.
4. Act in the best interests of people at all times.
5. Respect people's right to privacy and confidentiality.
What are the 4 main components of the fundamentals of care? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Nutrition & hydration
2. Bladder & bowel care
3. Physical handling
4. Maintenance of hygiene
What must a nurse do prior to excusing themselves from participating in a procedure for which they
have a conscientious objection? - CORRECT ANSWER Paragraph 4.4 of the Code states that
nurses, midwives and nursing associates who have a conscientious objection must tell colleagues,
their manager and the person receiving care that they have a conscientious objection to a particular
procedure. They must arrange for a suitably qualified colleague to take over responsibility for that
person's care.
The two areas for which there are established grounds for conscientious objection are: 1) abortion, 2)
IVF
, What is the professional duty of candour? - CORRECT ANSWER The professional duty of
candour is about openness and honesty when things go wrong. "Every healthcare professional must be
open and honest with patients when something goes wrong with their treatment or care which causes,
or has the potential to cause, harm or distress."
How many continuing professional development (CPD) hours must a nurse complete to maintain
registration status? - CORRECT ANSWER You must have undertaken 35 hours of continuing
professional development (CPD) relevant to your scope of practice in the three year period since your
registration was last renewed, or you joined the register. Of those 35 hours of CPD, at least 20 must
have included participatory learning.
What are the 6C's? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Care
2. Compassion
3. Competence
4. Communication
5. Courage
6. Commitment
What are the 7C's of caring conversations? - CORRECT ANSWER Be Courageous:
Initiate difficult topics, be open about your feelings, and face fears head-on.
Connect Emotionally:
Engage with genuine emotion and empathy, listen actively, show compassion, and validate the
feelings of the other person.
Be Curious:
Approach conversations with a genuine desire to understand and learn, ask open-ended questions, and
show interest in the answers.
Consider Other Perspectives:
Recognize that there are multiple ways to see a situation, and take a moment to think about where the
other person is coming from before reacting.
Collaborate:
Work together to find solutions or understandings, encourage teamwork in conversations, and value
each person's input.
Compromise:
Find a middle ground where all parties feel valued and considered, and be willing to adjust your
stance or desires for the greater good of the relationship.
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
What does The Code contain? - CORRECT ANSWER Professional standards that registered
nurses, midwives, and nursing associates must uphold.
What are the four Ps of The Code? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Prioritise people
2. Practise effectively
3. Preserve safety
4. Promote professionalism and trust
What are the 5 components of "Prioritise People"? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Treat people as
individuals and uphold their dignity.
2. Listen to people and response to their preferences and concerns.
3. Makes sure that people's physical, social, and psychological needs are assessed and responded to.
4. Act in the best interests of people at all times.
5. Respect people's right to privacy and confidentiality.
What are the 4 main components of the fundamentals of care? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.
Nutrition & hydration
2. Bladder & bowel care
3. Physical handling
4. Maintenance of hygiene
What must a nurse do prior to excusing themselves from participating in a procedure for which they
have a conscientious objection? - CORRECT ANSWER Paragraph 4.4 of the Code states that
nurses, midwives and nursing associates who have a conscientious objection must tell colleagues,
their manager and the person receiving care that they have a conscientious objection to a particular
procedure. They must arrange for a suitably qualified colleague to take over responsibility for that
person's care.
The two areas for which there are established grounds for conscientious objection are: 1) abortion, 2)
IVF
, What is the professional duty of candour? - CORRECT ANSWER The professional duty of
candour is about openness and honesty when things go wrong. "Every healthcare professional must be
open and honest with patients when something goes wrong with their treatment or care which causes,
or has the potential to cause, harm or distress."
How many continuing professional development (CPD) hours must a nurse complete to maintain
registration status? - CORRECT ANSWER You must have undertaken 35 hours of continuing
professional development (CPD) relevant to your scope of practice in the three year period since your
registration was last renewed, or you joined the register. Of those 35 hours of CPD, at least 20 must
have included participatory learning.
What are the 6C's? - CORRECT ANSWER 1. Care
2. Compassion
3. Competence
4. Communication
5. Courage
6. Commitment
What are the 7C's of caring conversations? - CORRECT ANSWER Be Courageous:
Initiate difficult topics, be open about your feelings, and face fears head-on.
Connect Emotionally:
Engage with genuine emotion and empathy, listen actively, show compassion, and validate the
feelings of the other person.
Be Curious:
Approach conversations with a genuine desire to understand and learn, ask open-ended questions, and
show interest in the answers.
Consider Other Perspectives:
Recognize that there are multiple ways to see a situation, and take a moment to think about where the
other person is coming from before reacting.
Collaborate:
Work together to find solutions or understandings, encourage teamwork in conversations, and value
each person's input.
Compromise:
Find a middle ground where all parties feel valued and considered, and be willing to adjust your
stance or desires for the greater good of the relationship.
