Summary of Patient Case Study and Treatment Decisions A 43-year-old white male presented with chronic pain, initially attributed to a fall at work seven years prior. Despite extensive diagnostic evaluations, including x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, the patient was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) by a neurologist. However, his family doctor dismissed this […]
Lithium Poisoning Toxicology Case Study. Pharmacology case study; History: A 53 year-old-female presents to the emergency department with her neighbor who is concerned that she has been disoriented for the past week. The patient is unable to provide any history except to say that she is having mild cramping abdominal pain. The neighbor relates that […]
Case Study: Acetaminophen Overdose in a Young Adult History: A 22-year-old female presents to the emergency department with complaints of nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The patient reports ingesting approximately 50 tablets of extra-strength acetaminophen (500 mg each) 36 hours ago in a suicide attempt. She initially felt fine but developed symptoms over the past […]
History: A 12-month-old male presents to your emergency department after ingesting a watch battery, which was left out on the counter. He has been drooling since the incident and refusing his bottle. PMH: None. Physical Examination: T: 98.6°F HR: 137 bpm RR: 32 breaths per minute BP: 100/62 mm Hg General: He is awake, alert […]
History: A 40-year-old male presents to your emergency department after falling into a vat of chromic acid. The patient arrives via EMS with a dry cough and is actively vomiting. He is complaining of chest pain and shortness of breath. PMH: Asthma. Medications: Albuterol inhaler as needed. Physical Examination: T: 98.6°F HR: 115 bpm RR: […]
Assessing and Treating Clients with Alzheimer Disease Introduction Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that profoundly impacts millions of lives worldwide. It is a neurodegenerative condition characterized by cognitive and behavioral impairment, which considerably affects social and occupational functioning. It is an irreversible, gradually worsening disease that affects the brain’s memory and thinking abilities. […]
Discussion: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics Patient Case: The case involves a 65-year-old Caucasian male diagnosed with Neurocognitive disorder. The patient has a history of hypertension, benign prostate hyperplasia, and a family history of Alzheimer’s. The wife reported an increase in anxiety, agitation, and confusion. Medications include Seroquel, Norvasc, Flomax, Namenda, and Remeron. Despite scheduled medications, the […]
The pathophysiology and pharmacology of chronic hepatitis B and glaucoma: Chronic hepatitis B and glaucoma are two conditions that can significantly impact patients’ quality of life if left untreated. This article will discuss the pathophysiology and treatment approaches for both chronic hepatitis B infection and glaucoma. Understanding the biological mechanisms underlying these diseases can help […]
Week 1 Discussion: NU641 Advanced Clinical Pharmacology DQ1 Drug Categories Impact of Drug Interactions and Adverse Events on Therapeutic In this case, we have a 60-year-old Caucasian woman with various medical conditions and a history of using herbal medicine. Let’s address the questions related to drug interactions and adverse events: St. John’s Wort is known […]
