Methadone prescribing/induction for an opiate/heroin dependant patient

You are required to submit one 2000 word critical analysis based upon an case study from clinical practice. This should be An independent prescribing* episode (for professions which support independent prescribing) and should be supported by an FP-10 prescription in the essay proforma.Learning Outcomes:Knowledge and understanding1. Synthesise and utilise pharmacological knowledge and prescribing concepts in order to undertake a patient-centred, holistic assessment and consultation2. Critically analyse and apply the legislative framework relevant to prescribingIntellectual, practical, affective and transferable skills3. Proficiently uses clinical assessment skills to enable a thorough patient-centred consultation.4. Work in partnership with patients / carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to develop a patient-centred clinical management plan.5. Critically appraise the economic, socio-political, public health, ethical and psychological issues that influence the decision-making process in prescribing practice.6. Demonstrate critical self-awareness through analysis of professional and personal development as an Independent and / or Supplementary Prescriber.