Problem
Case Study
Patient HL comes into the clinic with the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The patient has a history of drug abuse and possible Hepatitis C. HL is currently taking the following prescription drugs:
Synthroid 100 mcg daily
Nifedipine 30 mg daily
Prednisone 10 mg daily
1) Review the case study above
2) Reflect on the patient's symptoms, medical history, and drugs currently prescribed.
3) Think about a possible diagnosis for the patient. Consider whether the patient has a disorder related to the gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary system or whether the symptoms are the result of a disorder from another system or other factors, such as pregnancy, drugs, or a psychological disorder.
4) Consider an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient's history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.
Task
1) Explain your diagnosis for the patient, including your rationale for the diagnosis.
2) Describe an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient's history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.
3) Justify why you would recommend this drug therapy plan for this patient. Be specific and provide examples.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.