Medication Administration and Allergy Verification

A nurse is preparing to administer medication to a patient who has a history of severe allergic reactions. The nurse recalls that the last time the patient received a specific antibiotic, they experienced an anaphylactic reaction. As part of the medication administration process, the nurse reviews the Health Information System (HIS) for the patient's medication allergies. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to ensure safety and prevent medication errors?