Patient CB has a history of strokes. The patient has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. Drugs currently prescribed include the following: Glipizide 10 mg po daily HCTZ 25 mg daily Atenolol 25 mg po daily Hydralazine 25 mg qid Simvastatin 80 mg daily Verapamil 180 mg CD daily Using the following factor: GENDER Write a 2-page paper that addresses the following: Explain how the factor you selected might influence the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes in the patient. Describe how changes in the processes might impact the patients recommended drug therapy. Be specific and provide examples. Explain how you might improve the patients drug therapy plan and explain why you would make these recommended improvements.
