Ms. Smith is a cardiac patient new to your practice. You are assigned the task of taking her medication history. She provides you with a list of the medications she is taking. What other pieces of information do you need to collect to complete her medication history?

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You should collect all of the information listed to complete her medication history. A comprehensive medication history includes allergies, current and past medications taken, adverse drug reactions, use of over the counter supplements and medications, other substances the patient uses and adherence to medications. This is to ensure as much information is gathered as possible to avoid future drug interactions and adverse events.

Ms Smith Is a Cardiac Patient New to Your Practice