"I solemnly swear before God and in the presence of this assembly to lead a worthy life and to exercise my profession honourably.

I shall abstain from anything that is harmful or injurious, and I shall not take or give any substance or product that is harmful to health.

I will do everything in my power to raise the standard of nursing and will treat as confidential all information disclosed to me in the exercise of my profession, as well as all family matters in my patients.

I will be a faithful assistant to the doctors and dedicate my life to the welfare of the people entrusted to my care."