Final answer:
A Nonresident sterile compounding Permit is for non-resident pharmacies involved in sterile compounding for shipment to another state, ensuring they follow the destination state's compounding regulations.
Step-by-step explanation:
A Nonresident sterile compounding Permit is defined as a permit required for pharmacies that are located outside of the jurisdiction of the state board of pharmacy in which they are dispensing prescriptions, but engage in the practice of preparing sterile compounded medications for shipment to that state. In this case, option a) A permit for non-resident pharmacies that engage in sterile compounding is the correct definition. These permits are essential for ensuring that specializing pharmacies that are not physically located within a state still adhere to the strict sterile compounding standards and regulations required by the state in which they provide compounded sterile products.