Prescribing in prison: complexities and considerations.
Prescribing in prison is challenging because of environmental constraints, drug-seeking behaviour and the potential for drug trafficking. Risk management is, therefore, a fundamental part of the non-medical prescriber's role as he or she attempts to balance health needs with security requirements. This article highlights the need for an insightful, yet impartial, approach to prescribing for offenders.
Isle of Man Prison Healthcare, Isle of Man.
Amanda
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Phillips
D011307:Drug Prescriptions; D006801:Humans; D018580:Mandatory Testing; D011329:Prisoners; D011330:Prisons; D011369:Professional-Patient Relations; D012308:Risk Management; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders