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Independent prescriber controlled drugs — GPhC CRA MCQ

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HardPharmacy Law and EthicsIndependent prescriber controlled drugsGPhC CRA

A pharmacist independent prescriber asks whether they may prescribe morphine for palliative pain within competence. What is the legal classification/requirement?

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Correct answer: BThey may prescribe Schedule 2 CDs within competence subject to legal requirements

Pharmacist independent prescribers may prescribe controlled drugs within competence with specific restrictions. This makes they may prescribe schedule 2 cds within competence subject to legal requirements the single best answer in this scenario. The other options would either miss the key safety issue, delay appropriate review, or fail to meet the relevant clinical or professional requirement.

Reference: Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2001; MEP