Journal article
Non-medical prescribers: prescribing within practice
Journal of Prescribing Practice, Vol.2(2), pp.68-77
2020
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Abstract
Since its inception in Ireland in 2007, the Nurse Prescribing Programme has prepared registered nurses and midwives to prescribe from a limited formulary in their area of clinical speciality. However, registration numbers have declined in recent years, prompting changes to the registration processes. This article present the findings of a study conducted on the prescribing behaviours, practices and confidence of registered nurse/midwife prescribers following these changes, reporting the findings from the qualitative arm of a larger mixed-method study. Interviews with participants (n=6) explored their prescribing behaviours, practices and confidence. The findings suggest that organisational and professional factors influence prescribing. Scope of practice and expert decision-making is seen to influence engagement with treatment. Interprofessional cooperation continues to develop in making prescribing decisions. There is a clear need for interprofessional education to increase cooperation between health professionals in making prescribing decisions and including national competencies for all prescribers.
Details
- Title
- Non-medical prescribers: prescribing within practice
- Creators
- Áine McHugh - Dundalk Institute of TechnologyMary Hughes - Trinity College DublinAgnes Higgins - Trinity College DublinTom Buckley - Southern Cross University, School of Health and Human SciencesAndrew Cashin - Southern Cross University, School of Health and Human SciencesMary Casey - University College DublinDaniela Rohde - University College Dublin
- Publication Details
- Journal of Prescribing Practice, Vol.2(2), pp.68-77
- Publisher
- MA Healthcare; London
- Identifiers
- 991012831700502368
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health; School of Health and Human Sciences; Nursing
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article