The provisions of this chapter constitute the code of ethics for nurses. They apply to all nurses registered on the roll of the Order, to all nurses performing a professional act under the conditions provided for in articles L. 4311-1 et seq. and to the student nurses referred to in article L. 4311-12.
In accordance with article L. 4312-7, the Conseil national de l’ordre des infirmiers is responsible for ensuring that all nurses on its roll comply with these provisions.
Infringements of these provisions are subject to disciplinary sanctions, without prejudice to any criminal proceedings that may result.