Supplementary prescribing for the elective surgical patient

¹Surgical Assessment Unit, Whiston Hospital, Prescot, Merseyside.

Nursing Times

|August 2, 2003

Abstract:

Supplementary prescribing is an exciting new development in nursing. After qualifying, the supplementary nurse prescriber may prescribe a range of medications as part of a clinical management plan. The rationale for the choice of medication for inclusion in a clinical management plan for use in elective surgery is described.

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