Multiple Choice
Which patient receiving antipsychotic medication has the greatest risk for the development of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) and should be most carefully monitored for this serious adverse reaction?
A) One who has a history of hypothermia.
B) One with an elevated serum prolactin level.
C) One who began treatment with a high-potency drug.
D) One whose antipsychotic medication therapy began more than 6 months.
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