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b. What information (signs, symptoms, laboratory values) indicates the presence of influenza? 1.c. What influenza-related complications is this patient at risk for developing? Desired Outcome 2. What are the goals of pharmacotherapy in this case? Therapeutic Alternatives 3.a. List available options for treating influenza in this patient. Include the drug name, dose, dosage form, route, frequency, and treatment duration. 3.b. What other therapies are available to help this patient with his symptoms? Optimal Plan 4.a. Provide your individualized treatment recommendations for treating this patient’s influenza, including symptom management. 4.b. Outline your plans for managing each of the patient’s other drug therapy problems. Outcome Evaluation 5. What clinical and laboratory parameters are necessary to evaluate the therapy for achievement of the desired therapeutic outcome and detect or prevent adverse effects? Patient Education 6. What information should be provided to the patient to enhance compliance, ensure successful therapy, and minimize adverse effects? ■ CLINICAL COURSE In October of the following year, Mr. Kharitonov presents for his routine physical exam. He has been doing very well. His diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia are well controlled. ■ FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS 1. What indications does this patient have for administration of the influenza vaccine? 2. If the vaccine is desirable, what is the optimal time frame for this patient to receive the influenza vaccine? 3. List available options for vaccination against influenza. 4. Provide your individualized recommendations for protecting this patient against influenza virus infection.