A primary care NP writes a prescription for an off-label use for a drug. To help ensure compliance, the NP should:
a. include information about the off-label use on the E-script.
b. provide the patient with written instructions about how to use the medication.
c. tell the patient to let the pharmacist know that the drug is being used for an off-label use.
d. follow up by phone in several days to see if the patient is using the drug appropriately.
A
Effective communication extends beyond just the patient-provider relationship. It is important to include anyone involved in the patient's care. The best way in this case is to include the information on the E-script so that there is a record of the off-label use and to help clarify or reinforce the provider's instructions.
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