Can NPS write prescriptions for themselves and Family?

[diapason05]

I know some states don't give prescription writing authority to NPs, but in the states that do, I was wondering if NPs can write their own prescriptions and order their own blood tests?

I don't mean for controlled substances, like morphine or something-

But, I have a thyroid condition and I was wondering if someday- when I'm an NP- I will have the ability to order my own TSH tests and write my own prescription for Armour?

I always have to rely on the whim of whatever doc I have to order the tests I want done. It took forever for me to get the dx of hypothyroidism. It would be nice to have the ability to order what I want done.

[danceluver]

what about self prescribing birth control? Is this a problem say if you need it, know it, are an NP (of any specialization, including pediatric NP). Is this a problem? Will a pharmacist be skeptical? Or all you mainly talking about other types of medications? Curious.

[traumaRUs, MSN, APRN]

ANY PRESCRIPTION that you write for yourself, family/friends has the potential to cause disciplinary action to be taken!

You must have an established provider/pt relationship - with appropriate documentation in order to provide scripts.

You are playing with fire (and at least in IL you will get burned big time) if you follow the practice of providing ANY scripts to yourself and/or family.

Yes, that includes BCPs.