Advanced Pharmacology Hepatitis C
Patient HL comes into the clinic with the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The patient has a history of drug abuse and possible Hepatitis C. HL is currently taking the following prescription drugs:
• Synthroid 100 mcg daily
• Nifedipine 30 mg daily
• Prednisone 10 mg daily
• Explain your diagnosis for the patient, including your rationale for the diagnosis.
• Describe an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed. Tell the patient what you think is wrong and why you think it is wrong.
• Describe a good drug therapy plan for the patient based on their history, diagnosis, and the drugs they are already taking.
• Explain why you think this drug therapy plan is best for this patient. Give examples and be specific.
• Justify why you would recommend this drug therapy plan for this patient. Be specific and provide examples.
Reminder: The College of Nursing requires that all papers submitted include a title page, introduction, summary, and references
