This highly praised text provides a comprehensive exploration into the complex challenges surrounding the ethical questions faced by today’s modern, professional nurse. In an approach that acknowledges the intricate nature of addressing ethics in practical dilemmas, Ethics and Issues in Contemporary Nursing prepares students to enter this unique, ethically responsible profession. In this third Canadian edition, the spotlight is on Canada’s unique health care system, including the most up to date content reflecting the recently updated Code of Ethics for Registered and Practical Nurses by The Canadian Nurses Association. Intended for Canadian RN and PN students, this text features landmark Canadian cases and literature, as well as a deep discussion of Indigenous nursing. This edition has been updated to highlight key trends, models, and principles to guide ethically sound decisions with a focus on developing the skills needed to adapt to the ever-changing landscape of contemporary Canadian nursing.