1. (a) Protocols are required for all APRNs practicing under a collaborative practice agreement.
2. (b) Protocols shall be made available upon request of the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.

3. (c) Such protocols shall, at a minimum, include:

   1. (1) Indications for and classifications of legend drugs, controlled substances (if prescriber holds a Drug Enforcement Administration registration number), and therapeutic devices that will be prescribed or administered by the APRN; and
   2. (2) Date the protocol was adopted or last reviewed, which shall be at least annually.

Codification Notes: “APRN” means advanced practice registered nurse.