The best method to use in prescribing medications to patients is to:
1. prescribe only the safest drugs.
2. use references to predict exactly how a drug will work with each patient.
3. tailor the drug to the individual.
4. look up categories and choose the least expensive drug.
Correct Answer: 3
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