Why Is the Abbreviation Rx NOT Preprinted on Physician Order

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Why is the abbreviation Rx NOT preprinted on physician order sheets?

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Definitions:

Daily Values

Dietary reference values useful for planning a healthy diet. The Daily Values are taken from the Reference Daily Intakes (RDIs) and the Daily Reference Values.

Kilocalorie Reference Diet

A standard measure used in nutrition to estimate the energy content of foods, often used in the context of daily intake recommendations.

National Environmental Policy Act

A United States environmental law that promotes the enhancement of the environment and established the President's Council on Environmental Quality.

Federal Action

Legal proceedings initiated by or involving a federal government agency or its interests.