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The evolution of nursing has given more autonomy, or independence, to the nursing staff. With this increase in responsibility, nurses have to be accountable to their actions when they witness or experience deviation in the role of a nurse. For example, if a nurse makes a medication error, it needs to be reported immediately to the provider and charge nurse. Failing to report this error is a breach in accountability. This concept is very essential to maintaining patient safety and quality care. Also, if a nurse witnesses another nurse being unprofessional or unsafe, it should be reported and addressed without