Instruction
o prepare:
Review the chapter that discusses rational drug selection, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, and hypertension in the text (Woo & Robinson).
Consider the medications that are used for patients with diseases outlined in the patient problems listed above, taking into consideration age, gender, and culture.
Think about the pathophysiology of comorbid diseases.
To complete:
Write a minimum 4-page paper in APA format (excluding cover page and references) that addresses the following:
Briefly describe the disease processes of your chosen patient.
Describe the approach to the pharmacological treatment plan for the patient that should optimize this patient’s health.
Describe your optimal goal for your chosen patient and discuss the national guidelines that support your goals.
Describe the potential pharmacological interactions of your chosen plan and the education necessary for the patient in regards to these potential interactions.
Describe the interdisciplinary team that might be involved in the care of the patient and how working collaboratively as a team affects patient outcomes.
Discuss the nonpharmacological educational needs for this patient.
Discuss the health maintenance needs for this patient to maintain optimized health.
Include four or more appropriate scholarly sources from the last five years throughout the paper.