A nurse assesses a newly hospitalized patient with a long history of serious and persistent mental illness.What is the priority assessment information should the nurse obtain to minimize any risk associated with medication safety?

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Adverse reactions to drugs taken previously are the priority assessment information the nurse should obtain to minimize any risk associated with medication safety. This information will help the nurse to identify any potential drug interactions or allergies that could put the patient at risk.

A Nurse Assesses a Newly Hospitalized Patient with a Long