Which of the following health professionals are 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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Only podiatrists are specifically trained and licensed to prescribe and administer medications in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of foot disorders. Nurses, paramedics, and physiotherapists may assist in these activities under the supervision and direction of a podiatrist, but they do not have the legal authority to prescribe or administer medications on their own.

Which of the Following Health Professionals Are Permitted to Prescribe