Asecpop demo - group assignment demo PDF

Title	Asecpop demo - group assignment demo
Author	Fidelis Chafota
Course	Introduction to Clinical Therapeutics for health
Institution	Queensland University of Technology
Pages	5
File Size	208.3 KB
File Type	PDF
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CSB601 2018 GROUP ASSIGNMENT Group 1

Thursday, 3:00-5:30pm Zoe Clark, n9473157 Jacob Christensen, n9731521 Chris Chen, n9823816 Amelia Brownnutt, n9977660

ASE-C-POP

A Appropriate

Safe

E Effective C Comprehensive

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Ramipril is an ACE inhibitor that lowers blood pressure by blocking the conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II and is indicated for hypertension. It is not indicated for Dennis as renal impairment increases the risk of hyperkalaemia [1]. Metformin is indicated for use in type 2 diabetes to assist with the lowering of blood glucose levels. Patients requiring metformin are typically overweight, including Dennis who has a BMI of 35.1indicating obesity [2]. It is apparent that with a creatinine clearance (CrCl) of 10 mL per minute, Dennis should not be using metformin [3]. Simvastatin inhibits the enzyme that synthesises cholesterol thus reducing lipids. Due to Dennis’ renal impairment this drug is contraindicated [4]. Aspirin inhibits cyclooxygenase by limiting the synthesis of prostaglandins. When used in low doses it decreases the risk of a heart attack or stroke. This medication is not recommended for Dennis as there is no clinical indication [5]. Ibuprofen is used as an analgesic, antipyretic or anti-inflammatory. NSAIDs should not be used when CrCl is...