An APRN who has been issued full licensure and a valid prescription authorization number by the Board may order or prescribe non-prescription drugs, dangerous drugs, and devices, including durable medical equipment, in accordance with the standards and requirements set forth in this chapter. However, if the APRN wishes to also order or prescribe controlled substances, the APRN must also meet the additional requirements of §222.8 (relating to Authority to Order and Prescribe Controlled Substances) of this chapter.     
     Source Note:        The provisions of this §222.7 adopted to be effective November 20, 2013, 38 TexReg 8212