16th August 2024 by NASGP
GP locums can work in up to 40 different practices a year, and every practice is different.
If locums have agreed to sign prescriptions generated by others, it is essential that they are clear about how the practice prescribing system works so they can make safe prescribing decisions.
This template helps practices explain the steps in their prescribing systems so that visiting GPs can make informed, safe prescribing decisions.
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