Match the following drug resources with their definitions.
-A resource printed by the federal government every 5 years that is the official source of medication information for drugs approved by the FDA

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The United States Pharmacopeia/National Formulary (USP/NF) is printed by the federal government every 5 years and is the official source of medication information for drugs approved by the FDA.

Answer: C
 The Physician's Desk Reference is a resource that provides comprehensive information on prescription drugs, including their uses, side effects, and interactions with other medications or medical conditions.

Answer: D
 A drug handbook is a resource that provides information on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including their uses, dosages, side effects, and interactions with other medications or medical conditions.

Answer: E
 A medication package insert is a resource that provides information on prescription drugs, including their uses, side effects, and instructions for use. It is typically included with the medication when it is dispensed.

Answer: B 
 The United States Pharmacopeia/Dispensing Information (USP/DI) is a resource that provides information on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including their uses, dosages, side effects, and interactions with other medications or medical conditions. It is not printed by the federal government every 5 years and is not the official source of medication information for drugs approved by the FDA.

Match the Following Drug Resources with Their Definitions