When a PA requests a signature on a non-credentialed or questionable prescription, what is the appropriate action by the supervising physician?

When a PA requests a signature on a non-credentialed or questionable prescription, what is the appropriate action by the supervising physician?

• A. Approve the prescription with caution
• B. Refuse to sign, verify credentials, guide toward approved pathways, and document rationale and escalation
• C. Delegate the signing to another clinician
• D. Delay decision until the patient requests it

Answer: (B)