An ARNP can get their degree online. And then diagnose and treat patients
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Including writing scripts.
The last time I went to the pain doctor I had a new RN and after I told her that I used muscle relaxants to sleep, (they are not addictive and they frigging work) she said, "I'm not going to renew that because that is not what it's for.
I've been on this medication for a long time. Physicians have prescribed it. And now some woman who could have sat on her couch for 4 or 5 years tells me that she is making the decision that I should not be on that drug.
Of course I barely slept last night.
This is the information from the AMA
https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/scope-practice/ama-defends-against-scope-creep
AMA defends against scope creep
Fighting scope creep
The AMA vigorously defends against scope of practice expansions that threaten patient safety.
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How the AMA defends against scope creep
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Patients prefer care led by physicians. In a recent study, 95% of patients said it’s important for a physician to be involved in their diagnosis and treatment.
Fighting scope creep
The AMA vigorously defends against scope of practice expansions that threaten patient safety.
The AMA vigorously defends the practice of medicine against scope of practice expansions that threaten patient safety.
How the AMA defends against
scope creep
Fighting legislation
The AMA collaborates with state medical associations and national medical specialty societies to stop legislation attempting to expand the scope of practice of non-physician providers.
Providing data to inform lawmakers
AMA’s Health Workforce Mapper provides data showing that scope expansions have not improved access to care or alleviated workforce shortages in rural areas.
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through its House of Delegates that solidify and project the AMA’s stance on scope of practice issues.
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In all its efforts, the AMA highlights the rigorous training physicians undergo and why that makes them ideal to lead patient care teams.
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The AMA offers access to hundreds of scope-of-practice advocacy tools, including issue briefs, model legislation, state law charts and detailed data modules.
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I'd make another appointment and see some one else at that clinic (if that's who prescribed the drugs originally). Medical folks have opinions and beliefs that differ from one another and sometimes conflict with what a patient needs/wants. Also I would never see that person again.
When I want/need something I just say it. "Asking" gives them permission to say "no". Does this clinic have other ARNPs? I go to a clinic,,, if I want to see the Doctor I usually just need to wait longer for an appointment.
and interestly enough they prescribed me muscle relaxers for sleep. (Didn't work for me but it was worth a try)
Good luck to you.
