NURS 6521 week 3 assignment 2020; Pharmacotherapy for Cardiovascular Disorders | Case Study 1

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Patient AO has a history of obesity and has recently gained 9 pounds. The patient has been diagnosed with hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Drugs currently prescribed include the following: Atenolol... 12.5 mg daily Doxazosin 8 mg daily Hydralazine 10 mg qid Sertraline 25 mg daily Simvastatin 80 mg daily ******Write a 3-page paper that addresses the following: (Including the Introduction and conclusion) Explain how the age factor might influence the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes in the patient from the case you were assigned. Describe how changes in the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes might impact the patient’s recommended drug therapy. Be specific and provide examples. Explain how you might improve the patient’s drug therapy plan by changing medications or provide an alternative treatment option for the patient. and explain why you would make these recommended improvements. [Show More]

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