Select this link to view the DEA National Take-Back Initiative pamphlet.What is the best description of abuse of prescription drugs in the United States?

The best description is that prescription drug abuse is the second most common form of drug abuse in the United States. It is a significant public health concern, not uncommon or limited to the work of DEA officers. A physician may prescribe medication, but abusing prescription drugs means using them in ways not directed by a physician.

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