A standing order is a written instruction issued by a medical practitioner or dentist. It authorises a specified person or class of people (e.g. registered nurses) who do not have prescribing rights to administer and/or supply specified medicines and some controlled drugs.
Refer to templates at the bottom of this page, as well as guidelines around the use of standing orders.
Wanting better management of her baby daughter’s severe facial eczema was behind a Hamilton practice nurse creating a clinic that is delivering great results for the practice’s under five-year-olds.
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Read moreThis programme provides funding for Aclasta infusions for eligible patients. The infusion is to be provided in the community by the patient’s general practice.
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