This study source was downloaded by 100000857300661 from CourseHero.com on 12-13-2022 12:32:25 GMT -06:00https://www.coursehero.com/file/38478106/WK7dbdocx/ Prescriptive Authority and DEA Registration ProcessIn order to prescribe and order in state of Texas, an APRN should have a prescriptive authority number from Texas Board of Nursing. In order to obtain DEA license in state of Texas, an individual have to submit the application through DEA official website or by calling there office number. The APRN must have a prescriptive authority number than has been issued by the Texas Board of Nursing before submitting the controlled substance registration form (Texas Board of Nursing, 2013). Also, an APRN can call the BON and they can assist the applicant with applications and information regarding the prescriptive authority only. APRN will also need an agreement with a collaborating physician, physician signature, and location where APRN will practice. The DEA number takes about 60 days; however, many times APRN receives tend to receive the number early. The registration fee is about 25 dollar. Prescribing Schedule II Drugs Under Delegating PhysiciansOnce the Advance practice registered nurse (APRN) has a valid license and valid prescription or DEA number, he or she is eligible to order and prescribe controlled substance in state