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Can a dentist prescribe a controlled substance to a spouse if they are a patient of record?
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∙ 12y ago
Nope ... it's probably also unethical if not unreasonable.
Nope is not a legitimate answer. What are your qualifications to answer nope.?
A DDS may prescribe controlled substances to spouse if he has a DR
patient relationship with the spouse. He must also keep a chart and treatment plan.
The prescribing must be reasonable and with his scop of practice. There must have been a good faith exam.
This covers the Dr who prescribes 10 Vicodin to his wife on a weekend when she needs a root canal
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brush your teeth
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