Drug Enforcement Administration
In 2-3 pages: Describe the role of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) as it pertains to the PMHNP. Explain your responsibilities when having a DEA number. Explain how you apply for a DEA number. Explain your state’s requirements for a safe prescribing and prescription monitoring program. Explain your responsibility as a PMHNP to follow these requirements. Provide an example of a drug you may prescribe from each of the Schedule II-V drug levels.