The nurse reviews information about a drug and notes the initials "United States Pharmacopeia (USP)" after the drug's official name. The nurse understands that this designation indicates the drug:

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The initials "United States Pharmacopeia (USP)" after a drug's official name indicate that the drug meets USP quality and safety standards. This means that the drug has been tested and meets minimum standards for purity, strength, and quality. It does not indicate that the drug is a controlled substance, approved by the FDA, or available in generic form.

The Nurse Reviews Information About a Drug and Notes the Initials