Decision #1 Which decision did you select? Why did you select this decision? Support your response with evidence and references to the Learning Resources. What were you hoping to achieve by making this decision? Support your response with evidence and references to the Learning Resources. Explain any difference between what you expected to achieve with Decision #1 and the results of the decision. Why were they different?

When deciding which medication is appropriate for a Caucasian male with hip pain in a case-study, it’s important to consider several factors. These factors include the patient’s age, weight, medical history, and any concomitant medications or underlying conditions that may affect pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes.

Decision #1: The first decision could involve selecting the appropriate analgesic for the patient’s pain management. Analgesics most often used include nonsteroidal analgesics (NSAIDs), acetaminophen and opioids. The choice of analgesic will depend on the severity of the pain, the patient’s medical history, and any potential contraindications or adverse effects associated with the medication.

I picked NSAIDs first because they’re commonly prescribed to manage mild pain, and their anti-inflammatory properties can also be helpful for hip inflammation. The NSAIDs used in the right way are well tolerated and relatively safe. It’s important to take into account the adverse effects that NSAIDs can have, like gastrointestinal bleeding or renal impairment, especially in those patients who already suffer from these conditions.

By prescribing NSAIDs the aim was to relieve pain and reduce inflammation of the hip affected joint. NSAIDs reduce inflammation by blocking the production prostaglandins. NSAIDs work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins. These are responsible for promoting inflammation and pain in the body.

If the patient is relieved of pain by NSAIDs, then the decision may be considered a success. If, however, the patient suffers adverse side effects, or is not adequately relieved of pain, then a combination or different type of analgesic may be needed.

In conclusion, the appropriate medication to prescribe for a patient with hip pain depends on several factors, including the severity of the pain, the patient’s medical history, and any potential contraindications or adverse effects associated with the medication. By carefully considering these factors and monitoring the patient’s response to treatment, healthcare providers can effectively manage hip pain and improve their patients’ quality of life.