Entries by Naomi Nas

N521-Stage 1 Hypertension Discussion Essay

N521-Stage 1 Hypertension Discussion Essay – 65-year-old African-American man Discussion 4 R. S., a 65-year-old African-American man, was referred to the CNP in the hypertension clinic for evaluation of high BP noted on an initial screening. He reports having headaches and nocturia. He states that he has gained 8 pounds over the last year. Past […]

Pharmacotherapy of Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Disorders

Pharmacotherapy of Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Disorders Module 5 Overview Introduction This week we will focus on the pharmacotherapeutics of gastrointestinal and endocrine disorders, including commonly occurring conditions and their commonly prescribed medications.  As you review this week’s content consider the impact of comorbid disease on each condition.  It is not unusual to encounter a patient […]

Asymptomatic HIV Infection Essay

Asymptomatic HIV Infection Essay Discussion 6 J. P. is a 36-year-old Caucasian gay male who was diagnosed with HIV infection 2 years ago. He and his male partner, T. R., were married shortly after his diagnosis. T. R. is not HIV positive. He has been feeling well for the past 2 years, and he maintains […]

Anti-infective Medications Essay

Anti-infective Medications Essay Module 6 Overview Introduction This week we will focus on the pharmacotherapeutics of anti-infective medications, including their use in commonly occurring conditions and the more commonly prescribed medications.  The presence of infection may occur in any body system and include causative agents such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoans Anti-infective Medications Essay.  […]

Pharmacotherapy of Mental & CNS Disorders Essay

Module 7 Overview Introduction This week we will focus on the pharmacotherapeutics of mental and CNS disorders, including commonly occurring conditions and their commonly prescribed medications. Learning Objectives After completing this module, you will be able to: Utilize advanced nursing and pharmacological interventions in mental and CNS disorders to resolve complex and biological, psychological, physiological […]

N521-Attention-Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)

N521-Attention-Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) Discussion 7 J. T., who is a Native American male, age 8, is always interrupting his teacher, jumping out of his seat in class, fidgeting relentlessly, and butting into other children’s games. At home, he runs around recklessly and is uncontrollable. His mother comes to the CNP in the Pediatric Clinic […]

N521- Advanced Pharmacology Assignment 2

R. W. is a 64-year-old Caucasian postal clerk who has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 35 years N521- Advanced Pharmacology Assignment 2 R. W. is a 64-year-old Caucasian postal clerk who has smoked a pack of cigarettes a day for the past 35 years. He reports to his CNP in […]

N521- Advanced Pharmacology Assignment 3

L. P., age 23, is a Hispanic woman who graduated from college last year. She reports to the CNP in her local community mental health center. She began working as an accountant 1 month after graduating L. P., age 23, is a Hispanic woman who graduated from college. Approximately 2 months ago, she moved into […]

N521- Advanced Pharmacology Discussion 8

N521- Advanced Pharmacology Discussion 8 J. L., a 27-year-old African-American female account executive, presents to the Family Medicine office for her annual checkup with her CNP. She has no significant past medical history. Her medications include calcium carbonate 500 mg orally twice a day and a multivitamin daily. She exercises regularly. Her family history is significant […]