Medicines and prescribing
Information for nurse and midwife prescribers
Prescribers are qualified to assess a patient's condition, diagnose, prescribe and monitor treatment.
Standards for education and practice for nurse and midwife prescribers
Prescribers take additional training and are qualified to consult, diagnose and refer for further treatment, They are also trained to understand the legal and ethical implications of their work.
Team working and professional accountability are central to the standards we set for the education, training and practice of nurse and midwife prescribers.
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Information on becoming a nurse or midwife prescriber, and post-qualification training
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Standards, guidance, advice and additional resources from nurse and midwife prescribers
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Information on this advisory group
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Guidance on the treatment of drug misuse in the UK
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Websites and resources for prescribing