NR 565 Midterm Exam Advanced Pharmacology

NR 565 Midterm Exam Advanced Pharmacology Which schedule drugs can APRNs prescribe? Schedule II-V Who determines and regulates prescriptive authority? Nurse practitioner scope of practice is determined by state practice and licensure laws. How does limited prescriptive authority impact patients within the healthcare system? Limited authority creates problems for the patient. The patient is not able to get the care they need What are the key responsibilities of prescribing? 1. Be prudent and deliberate in your decision-making process 2. Have a documented provider-patient relationship with the person for whom you are prescribing 3. Do not prescribe medications for family or friends or for yourself 4. Document a thorough history and physical examination in your records 5.Include any discussions you have with the patient regarding risk factors, side effects, or therapy options 6. Have a documented plan regarding drug monitoring or titration, if applicable