Nursing ethics forms the moral foundation that guides nurses in their professional practice, encompassing principles of autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, justice, and veracity. These principles dictate how nurses interact with patients, families, colleagues, and the healthcare community, ensuring that patient rights, dignity, and well-being are prioritized. Nurses are tasked with making ethical decisions in complex situations, such as end-of-life care, informed consent, and patient confidentiality, balancing the needs of individuals with ethical obligations and legal requirements. Ethical practice requires nurses to uphold integrity, honesty, and transparency in their interactions while advocating for equitable healthcare access and quality care for all patients.