Which of the following statements is true of the United States Pharmacopeia/National Formulary (USP/NF)?
A. It is primarily used by physicians and nurses for information relating to the use of drugs in the practice of medicine.
B. It is updated once in every six months.
C. It provides the most current drug information on a regular basis.
D. It is primarily used by drug manufacturers to ensure that drug production adheres to official government standards.
Answer: D
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