Ley 266 de 1996 | Ley 266 de 1996 — Colombia law | Esheria

Ley 266 de 1996

This provision identifies the law as regulating the nursing profession in Colombia and introducing the chapter on the object and principles of professional practice.

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
Ley 266 de 1996
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Language
es
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This provision identifies the law as regulating the nursing profession in Colombia and introducing the chapter on the object and principles of professional practice. Esta disposición dice que la ley regula la profesión de enfermería y fija su alcance, principios, autoridades rectoras, y las obligaciones y derechos asociados. This article sets out the general and specific principles that guide nursing practice. This article defines nursing as a social liberal profession and states its general purpose: to promote health, prevent disease, support treatment and recovery, relieve pain, provide well-being measures, and help ensure a dignified life. This provision describes where and how a nursing professional carries out professional practice and functions.

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