by Eric Christianson | Nov 25, 2015 | Educational Case Studies For Pharmacists, Hematology and Immunology Case Studies
Anemia can get pretty complicated, especially in the elderly. A few common causes of anemia include; blood loss, CKD, B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, and iron deficiency. A 78 year old female was concerned with fatigue, stating that she felt like she could sleep...
by Eric Christianson | Nov 22, 2015 | Cardiovascular Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls, Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls For Pharmacists
Statins (atorvastatin, simvastatin, etc.) are one of the most commonly prescribed classes of medications. Let me share a few common clinical pearls on statins. If you like some more pearls in audio format, be sure to check out the podcast! Statins should also be...
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...
