Pharmacology

Pharmacology Order Description Discuss the pharmacokinetic environment of the patient below. Please illustrate the key systems and diseases and how the patient’s ability to metabolize and excrete medication differs from a healthy individual. C.K. is a 73-year old female presenting to the Emergency Department with complaints of somnolence and anorexia for 36 hours. Recent 11 pound weight gain refractory to diuresis, LE edema, and nocturnal dyspnea (sleeps sitting), her past medical history is significant for atrial fibrillation, kidney dysfunction, and diabetes mellitus. Echocardiogram three months ago revealed ejection fraction of 18 percent. Medication Profile Pravastatin 10 mg po daily Lisinopril 2.5 mg po daily Digoxin 0.125 mg po daily Warfarin 7.5 mg po daily HCTZ 25 mg po daily Metformin 1000 mg po BID Labs Uric acid 11, BUN 44 and SCr 1.8. ALT 375, AST 401, LDH 254 and albumin 3.1. Cholesterol 254 and LDL 185, HgA1c 10% Assignment 3 Grading Criteria Maximum Points Correctly identified dysfunctional organ systems that contribute to pharmacokinetic status. 15 Demonstrated understanding of altered response to medication secondary to dysfunctional organs. 15 Used vocabulary relevant to the current week's topics. 5 Used correct spelling, grammar, and professional vocabulary. Cited all sources using APA format. 5 Total: 40 PLACE THIS ORDER OR A SIMILAR ORDER WITH US TODAY AND GET AN AMAZING DISCOUNT :)