My Mom lives in New Zealand and she sent this article to me. She thinks NZ nurses are starting a trend that will eventually end up here. What do you all think?
Today In New Zealand News
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Nurses To Prescribe Medicine
26/11/2002 04:52 PM
IRN
New regulations delegate powers to nurses, paramedics and physiotherapists to prescribe certain medicines.
They come into effect next month and will strengthen the framework for delegating powers to nurses and other healthcare workers.
The Health Ministry says the main aim is greater consistency, and to ensure those involved receive written instructions from a medical practitioner or dentist.
It says a uniform approach will also help ensure safe and effective treatment of patients.
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