Expands authority of advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants in Texas.
The bill modifies the licensing and authority of advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants in Texas. It allows advanced practice registered nurses to prescribe and order drugs and devices, including controlled substances. It also authorizes physician assistants to prescribe epinephrine auto-injectors and medication for respiratory distress in certain settings. The bill mandates continuing education for those entering into prescriptive authority agreements and requires certain information to be included on prescriptions.
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