As used in this article, the following words shall have the following meanings:

(1) ADMINISTER. The direct application of a controlled substance whether by injection, inhalation, ingestion, or any other means, to the body of a patient by any of the following:

a. A collaborating physician or, in his or her presence, his or her authorized agent.

b. A certified registered nurse practitioner or certified nurse midwife.

c. The patient at the direction and in the presence of the collaborating physician, certified registered nurse practitioner, or certified nurse midwife.

(2) BOARD. The Board of Medical Examiners of the State of Alabama.

(3) CERTIFIED NURSE MIDWIFE or CNM. An advanced practice nurse who is subject to a collaborative practice agreement with a collaborating physician pursuant to Title 34, Chapter 21, Article 5, and who has advanced knowledge and skills relative to the management of women's health care focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, care of the newborn, family planning, and gynecological needs of women, within a health care system that provides for consultation, collaborative management, or referral as indicated by the health status of the patient.

(4) CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE PRACTITIONER or CRNP. An advanced practice nurse who is subject to a collaborative practice agreement with a collaborating physician pursuant to Title 34, Chapter 21, Article 5, and who has advanced knowledge and skills in the delivery of nursing services within a health care system that provides for consultation, collaborative management, or referral as indicated by the health status of the patient.

(5) COLLABORATING PHYSICIAN. A doctor of medicine or doctor of osteopathy licensed to practice medicine in Alabama who agrees in writing to practice in collaboration with one or more certified registered nurse practitioners or certified nurse midwives in accordance with Title 34, Chapter 21, Article 5, and the rules and regulations adopted by the Board of Medical Examiners and the Board of Nursing.

(6) PRESCRIBE or PRESCRIBING. The act of issuing a prescription for a controlled substance.

(7) PRESCRIPTION. Any order for a controlled substance written or signed or transmitted by word of mouth, telephone, telegraph, closed circuit television, or other means of communication by a legally competent collaborating physician, certified registered nurse practitioner, or certified nurse midwife authorized by law to prescribe and administer the drug which is intended to be filled, compounded, or dispensed by a pharmacist.

(8) QACSC. A Qualified Alabama Controlled Substances Registration Certificate.