NR 565 Midterm: advanced pharmacology: Questions & Answers

NR 565 Midterm: advanced pharmacology: Questions & Answers
What is the purpose of the Genetic Information Non-Discriminatory Act?
(Ans- Protects patients from discrimination by employers and insurance providers
based on genetic information
Difference between practice authority and prescriptive authority?
(AnsPractice authority refers to the nurse practitioner's ability to practice without
physician oversight, whereas prescriptive authority refers to the nurse
practitioner's authority to prescribe medications independently and without
limitations.
Who regulates prescriptive authority?
(Ans- the jurisdiction of a health professional board. This may be the State Board
of Nursing, the State Board of Medicine, or the State Board of Pharmacy, as
determined by each state.
What is scope of practice determined by?
(Ans- is determined by state practice and licensure laws.
What are components of Rx?
(AnsPrescriber Contact info