Subd. 7a. Diagnosis, prescribing, and ordering. Advanced practice registered nurses are authorized to:(1) diagnose, prescribe, and institute therapy or referrals of patients to health care agencies and providers;(2) prescribe, procure, sign for, record, administer, and dispense over-the-counter, legend, and controlled substances, including sample drugs; and(3) plan and initiate a therapeutic regimen that includes ordering and prescribing durable medical devices and equipment, nutrition, diagnostic services, and supportive services including, but not limited to, home health care, hospice, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. see full law