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A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings

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[Nurses precribing medications: possibilities and perspectives].

Taka Oguisso¹, Genival Fernandes de Freitas

¹Enfermeira e Advogada. Professora Titular do Departamento de Orientação Profissional da Escola de Enfermagem da Universidade de São Paulo, SP. takaoguisso@usp.br

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Summary

Implementing nurse prescribing globally presents challenges. Stronger political action and updated nursing legislation are crucial for defining nurses

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A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings

A Novel Approach for the Administration of Medications and Fluids in Emergency Scenarios and Settings

Published on: November 9, 2016

Area of Science:

Nursing Practice
Health Policy
Pharmacology

Context:

Nurse prescribing is a globally recognized but challenging area of healthcare.
Varying legislative frameworks impact the scope of nursing practice worldwide.
Brazil faces specific challenges in integrating nurse prescribing into its healthcare system.

Purpose:

To examine global strategies for implementing nurse prescribing.
To analyze Brazilian nursing legislation concerning medication prescription.
To identify needs for enhanced political action and legislative reform.

Summary:

Nurse prescribing implementation varies significantly across countries.
International Council of Nurses and Ministry of Health data highlight the need for legislative clarity.
Strengthening nurses' political engagement is essential for defining prescription scope and functions.

Impact:

Provides insights into successful nurse prescribing models.
Informs policy recommendations for Brazilian nursing legislation.
Advocates for empowered nursing roles in medication management.