Position Statement

Code of Ethics for the CRNA

Last AANA revision: 2018

Six core ethical principles guiding CRNA conduct: respect for patient autonomy, professional responsibility, professional development, professional collaboration, advocacy, and stewardship.

Key points

1.Autonomy + informed consent + cultural competence
2.Truth-telling, integrity, confidentiality
3.Maintain competence + lifelong learning
4.Self-regulation + report unsafe practice
5.Advocate for safe patient care + the profession
6.Just stewardship of resources

This is an exam-prep summary, not a substitute for the full AANA document. Read the source at aana.com for authoritative wording. Education only.