NMC UK CBT STUDY QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS LATEST UPDATE 2026/2027
What does The Code contain? - Answers Professional standards that registered nurses,
midwives, and nursing associates must uphold.
What are the four Ps of The Code? - Answers 1. Prioritise people
2. Practise effectively
3. Preserve safety
4. Promote professionalism and trust
What are the 5 components of "Prioritise People"? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 1. Care
2. Compassion
3. Competence
4. Communication
5. Courage
6. Commitment
What are the 7C's of caring conversations? - Answers 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.
Celebrate:
What does The Code contain? - Answers Professional standards that registered nurses,
midwives, and nursing associates must uphold.
What are the four Ps of The Code? - Answers 1. Prioritise people
2. Practise effectively
3. Preserve safety
4. Promote professionalism and trust
What are the 5 components of "Prioritise People"? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 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? - Answers 1. Care
2. Compassion
3. Competence
4. Communication
5. Courage
6. Commitment
What are the 7C's of caring conversations? - Answers 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.
Celebrate:
