Supplementary prescribing for nurses - PubMed
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 16237351Abstract. The three classifications of nurses that can prescribe are community nurses, extended nurse prescribers and supplementary prescribers. Supplementary prescribers can prescribe almost any medicine provided it has been specified in the clinical management plan. Supplementary prescribing is likely to benefit those patients with uncomplicated chronic conditions and is open to all registered nurses who have completed the appropriate training.
Supplementary nurse prescribing - PubMed
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 15314917Jun 18, 2004 · Abstract. Aim: To explore the attitudes of multidisciplinary team members to nurse prescribing and to establish its perceived advantages and disadvantages. Method: Five focus groups were conducted with a range of healthcare professionals in one trust. A total of 46 participants took part in the study A structured schedule was used during each discussion to elicit group members' views on supplementary nurse prescribing.
General prescribing principles. Supplementary prescribing: an ...
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › 14520824The supplementary prescriber decides on the product, dosage, frequency, and other variables within the confines of the management plan. The patient's progress must be regularly reviewed by the independent prescriber. The independent prescriber may at any time review the patient's treatment and/or resume full responsibility for the patient's care. The independent and supplementary prescriber must share a common patient record.