Pharmacotherapy for cardiovascular disorders

Pharmacotherapy for cardiovascular disorders

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 2- to 3-page paper that addresses the following:

• Select one of the following factors: genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, or behaviour factors.
• Explain how the factor you selected might influence the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes in the patient from the case study you were assigned.
• Describe how changes in the 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 and explain why you would make these recommended improvements.