Match the descriptions with the correct organization.
-Independent organization that strives to ensure the quality,safety,and benefit of medicine and dietary supplements by setting standards and certification processes
A)PTCB
B)ISMP
C)NCC MERP
D)ASHP
E)IHI
F)USP
G)PTEC

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The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) is an independent organization that sets standards and certification processes for medicine and dietary supplements.

Answer: B
 The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) is an independent organization focused on promoting safe medication practices.

Answer: C
 The National Coordinating Council for Medication Error Reporting and Prevention (NCC MERP) is an independent organization focused on reducing medication errors.

Answer: D
 The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) is a professional organization focused on advancing pharmacy practice and improving patient care.

Answer: E
 The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) is a nonprofit organization focused on improving healthcare quality and safety.

Answer: A
 The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB) is a certification organization focused on ensuring the competency and professionalism of pharmacy technicians.

Answer: G
 There is no known organization with the acronym PTEC.

Match the Descriptions with the Correct Organization