Instructions:
Please complete the questions listed below in the assignment.
Provide supporting Documentation and References
This must be at least a 2-page paper in APA format.
Questions:
1. Determine if your practice state is an independent practice state for Nurse Practitioners using the AANP map (Links to an external site.).
2. Look up the Nurse Practitioner prescribing regulations in Louisiana.
3. What are the safe prescribing recommendations for Nurse Practitioners in Louisiana? This will vary depending on the level of practice authority.
4. Does Louisiana have a Prescriptions Drug Monitoring Program? If so, explain. If not, please describe current legislation regarding this topic.
5. What are the barriers to Nurse Practitioner prescribing in your state?
6. What local or national organizations are available for you to join to support the cause for advancing practice/prescribing for Nurse Practitioners?
Give a minimum of two (2) APA references no older than 5 years to support your findings. Be sure to follow APA format.
