Which of the following health professionals are being permitted to prescribe and administer local anaesthetics, topical preparations (such as antiseptic lotions and antifungal creams) and antibiotics in their work involving prevention, diagnosis and treatment of foot disorders?

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Podiatrists are specialized health professionals who are trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent foot disorders. As part of their scope of practice, they are permitted to prescribe and administer local anaesthetics, topical preparations, and antibiotics for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot disorders. Nurses, paramedics, and physiotherapists do not have the same level of specialized training in foot care and are not typically authorized to prescribe and administer these types of medications.

Which of the Following Health Professionals Are Being Permitted to Prescribe