Summarize this discussion in 250 words using one intext citation and one reference. Link to State Requirement for Completion of the Pharmacology Course The Georgia Board of Nursing requires APRNs seeking prescriptive authority to complete a graduate-level course in advanced pharmacology as part of their advanced practice nursing education. This requirement is outlined in the Georgia Rules and Regulations, specifically Rule 410-11-.14, which governs APRN prescriptive authority. The course must be completed within the APRN's educational program or as a standalone course approved by the Board. The rationale behind this requirement that advance pharmacology course will prepare APRN's with the knowledge to safety prescribe medication, including controlled substances which aligns with the national standards for safe prescribing practices, especially when prescribing for the vulnerable population. 2. State Requirements and Scope of Practice for APRNs in Georgia In Georgia, APRNs (including Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse-Midwives, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, and Clinical Nurse Specialists) practice under a restricted scope of practice, requiring a written protocol agreement with a supervising physician. The protocol specifies medical acts delegated by the physician, including prescribing authority, and mandates immediate availability of the physician for consultation (Ga. Code 43-34-25; Ga. Rules & Regs. 410-11-.14). APRNs may prescribe