by Eric Christianson | Nov 18, 2015 | Educational Case Studies For Pharmacists, Respiratory Case Studies
A 68 year male reports that he “can’t breathe” very well. Past medical history includes: COPD Asthma Migraines CHF Edema Hypertension Afib Medication list includes: Tiotropium daily Mometasone inhaler 110 mcg 1 puff twice daily Propranolol 20 mg BID...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 15, 2015 | Educational Case Studies For Pharmacists, Endocrine Case Studies
A primary provider approaches you to figure out why one of his patient’s diabetes is out of control. Nothing seems to work. The case: A 59 year old female has a past medical history of: COPD Type 2 Diabetes Hypertension GERD Chronic back pain A1C= 10.2 Current...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 11, 2015 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls, Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls For Pharmacists, Renal, Urology, and Electrolytes Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
Alpha blockers are indicated for both hypertension and BPH. Here’s a few clinical pearls on alpha blockers that you need to know! Alpha blockers in females: I remember a urologist getting frustrated with pharmacists who would always question why he was using...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 8, 2015 | Personal Stories From The Front Lines of Clinical Pharmacy
As a healthcare professional, I try my best to reduce the cost and maximize benefit of pharmaceuticals. Here’s a classic case where we were able to save a patient some money without negatively impacting patient care. I was emailed this info graphic, and...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 4, 2015 | Career Advice for Pharmacy Students, Residents and New Pharmacists
I’ve had a lot of students come with me on rotation. I’ve had some future rock stars work with me as well as some students that have left a little more to be desired. How do you avoid striking out on your rotation or internship? Here are 5 ways on how to...
