NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
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United States Pharmacopeia
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National Institutes of Health
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Food and Drug Administration
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Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers
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Detailed explanation-1: -The United States (US) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is the organization responsible for protecting public health by ensuring that the drugs available on the US market meet certain standards for both safety and efficacy.
Detailed explanation-2: -As a science-led organization, FDA uses the best scientific and technological information available to make decisions through a deliberative process. In some cases, the approval of a new drug is expedited.
Detailed explanation-3: -The FDA is responsible for protecting public health by regulating human drugs and biological products, animal drugs, medical devices, tobacco products, food (including animal food), cosmetics, and electronic products that emit radiation.
Detailed explanation-4: -The FDA is led by the Commissioner of Food and Drugs, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Commissioner reports to the Secretary of Health and Human Services.