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10th Edition of Nursing World Conference
October 22-24, 2026
Nursing Ethics, Legal Aspects, and Patient Advocacy
Nursing Ethics, Legal Aspects, and Patient Advocacy
Nursing ethics, legal aspects, and patient advocacy are essential pillars of nursing practice that ensure patient safety and promote trust within healthcare environments. Nursing ethics emphasizes the importance of moral principles, such as respect for patient autonomy, non-maleficence, and beneficence. Legal aspects guide nurses to understand and comply with laws and regulations that protect both patients and professionals. Patient advocacy involves advocating for patients' rights, ensuring informed consent, and safeguarding their dignity and well-being. A strong understanding of these domains equips nurses to navigate complex healthcare situations, resolve ethical dilemmas, and act as effective advocates for patients in their care.
Committee Members
Adele Webb
Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Robin Adams Geiger
Ingenovis Health, United States
Barbara M De Groot
Heartwell Services, United States NWC 2026 Speakers
Lana Wilhelm
Stroke Caregiver Connection, United States
Eugenia Powell
Woodmore Consulting Group, United States
Joyce Anne Finch
Middle Tennessee State University, United States
Laura Spitaleri
Mayo Clinic, United StatesSubmit your abstract Today
Title : Optimizing telemetry alarm management workflow to reduce alarm fatigue
Ashley Hunsucker, Connexall, United States
Title : Overview of artificial intelligence in healthcare
Adele Webb, Strategic Education, Inc., United States
Title : Will be Updated Soon....
Ismat Mikky, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University, United States
Title : Experiential learning with simulated deposition to improve nursing documentation
Victoria Yu, University of New Mexico, United States
Title : Resiliency for nurse educators: Incorporating resiliency training for nursing faculty
Rachael Holder, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, United States
Title : Timely pain reassessment: A critical step towards effective pain management
Rachel Goldsberry, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, United States