Prescriptive authority for nurses can generally be categorized into three levels:
Full Practice: APRNs can prescribe medications independently without physician oversight. This level is endorsed by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Reduced Practice: APRNs have some level of prescriptive authority but require a collaborative agreement with a physician. Restricted Practice: APRNs can prescribe medications only under direct supervision or delegation from a physician.
