Problem 1. Describe the classification schedules of controlled substances. Which classification has the lowest potential for abuse? Do you think the nurse practitioner should have prescribing authority for all applicable controlled substances?
Problem 2. Consider the various forms of prescribing authority offered to the nurse practitioner (NP) on a state-by-state basis. Which authority does your state offer to the NP, and what does this mean?
Problem 3. Explain how the nurse practitioner can determine whether a patient is at risk for abuse of a controlled substance. Do you think this is an accurate process? Why or why not?
Problem 4. What are the requirements for the nurse practitioner (NP) to register with the Drug Enforcement Agency and how do they register?
Problem 5. Answer the following: Is this requirement useful? Is it fair that the DEA and states charge the NP for registration?