Discuss specific goals for pharmacotherapy for treating R. S.’s hypertension and cholesterol. Discuss what you would consider to be first-line pharmacotherapy for R. S., and why.
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 medical history: Appendectomy 30 years ago, Peptic ulcer disease 10 years […]