Subjective: 72-Year-Old Female With HtN And DM

Ccsubjectivethis Is A 72 Year Old Female With Pmh Of Htn Dm Seizu

CC: SUBJECTIVE: This is a 72-year-old female with PMH of HTN, DM, seizures, fibromyalgia, asthma and arthritis presents to clinic because of ongoing cerumen impaction. c/o clogged B/L ears for the past 2 weeks Debrox drops did not work. Could not get cue tip in far enough to clean out wax post Debrox use. Patients have bilateral ear irrigation at clinic. right ear was irrigated successfully, and left ear requires further evaluation with ENT. Patients always feel fatigue, SOB in exertion NYHA III. can only walk a few feet before needing to rest. Denies cough, palpitation, nausea or vomiting, headache or dizziness.3 weeks ago, lower abdomen skin procedure done.

O: VS BP: 134/72 mmHg (right arm, seated), Heart Rate: 89 bpm, Respiratory Rate: 18 bpm, Temperature: 97.7 °F, Spo2: 99%, Room air, Weight: 237 lbs. (BMI: 42.0 kg/m2) (dressed), Height 5ft. 3 in. (Without shoes). A: Patient has bilateral ear irrigation at clinic. right ear was irrigated successfully, left ear requires further evaluation with ENT. Patients always feel fatigue, SOB in exertion NYHA III. can only walk a few feet before needing to rest.

9/26/24 US ABD: Fatty infiltration of the liver s/p cholecystectomy with evidence of biliary duct dilation 9/27/24 Breast US Bilateral benign breast lesions OBJECTIVE: make change when necessary Vital Signs: Ht(without shoes) 172 cm (5’8â€). Wt. (dressed) 58.51 kg (184 lbs.) (BMI: 28.0 kg/m2) BP 120/60 mmHg (right arm seated); 125/62 mmHg (left arm, seated); with wide cuff. Heart rate (HR) 70 bpm and regular. Respiratory rate (RR) 18 bpm. Temperature (oral) 97.°F, Spo2: 100% Room air. HEENT: Positive for runny nose, watery eyes, and sore throat. Denies earache or dizziness. Eyes: Vision 20/20 in both eyes. Visual fields full by confrontation. Conjunctive pink; sclera white. Pupils 4 mm constricting to 2 mm. PERRLA. EOMI. Disc margins are sharp, without hemorrhage or exudate: no arteriolar narrowing or A-V nicking. Ears: Ear canal clear bilaterally. TM clear bilaterally; bilaterally Ear good cone of light. The cone of light is at 5 o'clock in the right ear and 7 o'clock in the left ear. Rinne test: Positive bilaterally (AC > BC). Weber midline: No lateralization. Mastoid process: No tenderness noted bilaterally. Nose Mucosa pink, septum midline. No sinus tenderness. No polyps, turbinate intact, no evidence of bleeding. Mouth: Oral mucosa pink. The dentition is good. Tongue midline. Tonsils 1+. Pharynx without exudates. Neck: Neck Supple. Trachea midline. The thyroid isthmus is palpable, and lobes are not felt. Lymph Nodes: No cervical, axillary, or epitrochlear nodes. Thorax and Lungs: Thorax Symmetric with good expansion. Lungs resonant on percussion. Breath sounds vesicular with no added sounds. Diaphragms descend 4 cm bilaterally. Respiratory: Positive for a productive cough with yellowish sputum. Denies shortness of breath (SOB). Cardiovascular: Regular rate and rhythm, heart rate 70 bpm. Crisp S1 and S2. At the base, S2 is louder than S1. At the apex, S1 is louder than S2. There are no murmurs or extra sounds. Abdomen: soft, non-tender + BS, no guarding. Diagnostics: Obtained before the diagnosis, examples: would be CBC or BMP, CXR or TSH etc. Assessment: Plan: Any diagnostics ordered / planned (this would be diagnostics needed) · Pharmacologic and Nonpharmacologic: The patient was prescribed Polymyxin B/Trimethoprim solution 1 drop q 4 hours while awake x7 days. (also enter quantity # here if controlled substance or antibiotics) Pharmacologic: NEOMYCIN-POLYMYXIN-HC EAR SOLN 1 DROP in each ear for 5 days PROTONIX DR 40 MG TABLET (take 1 tablet (40 mg) by oral route once daily) METOPROLOL SUCC ER 25 MG TAB (take 1 tablet (25 mg) by oral route once daily) CRESTOR 10 MG TABLET (take 1 tablet (10 mg) by oral route once daily) ONETOUCH ULTRA TEST STRIPS (Check blood sugar tid) Albuterol Sulfate HFA 90 mcg/puff AEROSOL (2 puffs qid prn sob) SHINGRIX 0.5 ML SUSPENSION (one as directed) CONTOUR METER SYSTEM (to check sugar tid) PREP EASE ALCOHOL PADS (use twice daily) LISINOPRIL 30 MG TABLET (TAKE ONE TABLET ONCE DAILY) VITAMIN B-12 1,000 MCG TABLET (one once a day) CLOTRIMAZOLE 1% CREAM (Apply on affected region twice a day) BREZTRI 160-4.8-9 mcg/puff AEROSOL, METERED (2 puff bid) ONETOUCH DELICA PLUS 30G LANCETS (to check blood sugar three times a day FARXIGA 5 MG TABLET (1 t po daily) CHLORTHALIDONE 25 MG TABLET (TAKE ONE TABLET BY MOUTH ONCE DAILY) DICLOFENAC SODIUM 3% GEL (apply to knees by topical route 2 times per day) KEPPRA 500 MG TABLET (take 1 tablet (500 mg) by oral route 2 times per day) ARTIFICIAL TEARS DROPS (2 drops bid) METFORMIN HCL 1,000 MG TABLET (TAKE ONE TABLET BY MOUTH IN THE MORNING WITH BREAKFAST) PLAVIX 75 MG TABLET (take 1 tablet (75 mg) by oral route once daily) VENTOLIN HFA 90 MCG INHALER (inhale 2 puffs (180 mcg) by inhalation route every 4-6 hours as needed) Medications: Education: Nonpharmacologic follow-up referral NOTE · Any diagnostics ordered/planned (this would be diagnostics needed) · The patient was prescribed Polymyxin B/Trimethoprim solution one drop q 4 hours while awake x7 days. (also enter quantity # here if controlled substance or antibiotics) NO REFERENCE NEEDED CC: Follow up post-hospital discharge.

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The presented case involves a 72-year-old female with multiple chronic comorbidities, including hypertension (HTN), diabetes mellitus (DM), seizures, fibromyalgia, asthma, and arthritis. She has sought medical attention primarily due to persistent bilateral cerumen impaction, which has not responded to over-the-counter Debrox drops. Despite attempts at ear irrigation in the clinic—successful in the right ear—her left ear still requires further evaluation by an otolaryngologist. Additionally, she reports ongoing fatigue and exertional shortness of breath (SOB), classified as NYHA Class III, which significantly limits her functional capacity. She also recently underwent a skin procedure to excise a hard mole on her lower abdomen, with some improvement in bilateral lower limb swelling.

The physical examination corroborates her ongoing ear issues, with clear tympanic membranes and patent ear canals, and confirms stable vital signs with a BP of 134/72 mmHg and a BMI of 42.0 kg/m². Her cardiovascular examination reveals regular rhythm without murmurs, and her respiratory exam indicates no apparent distress apart from her reported exertional SOB. Her oxygen saturation remains high at 99% on room air, suggesting adequate oxygenation at rest.

Diagnostic imaging performed elsewhere reveals fatty infiltration of the liver and biliary duct dilation following a cholecystectomy, as well as benign bilateral breast lesions. Her recent laboratory data include a very elevated HbA1c (>14%), indicating poorly controlled diabetes, and a blood glucose of 220 mg/dl during her current visit, likely compounded by medication non-compliance. Her fasting lipid panel, kidney function tests, and urine microalbumin are planned to further evaluate her overall metabolic health and early renal involvement.

Her physical exam also highlights mild upper respiratory symptoms—runny nose, watery eyes, sore throat—yet her ENT findings are unremarkable except for patent ear canals and clear tympanic membranes. Cardiovascular assessment reveals no murmurs or extra sounds, and her lungs are clear aside from a productive cough with yellow sputum.

Management involves addressing her ear impaction, with topical antibiotics prescribed and plans for otolaryngology consultation. Her chronic illnesses require comprehensive medication management: antihypertensives such as Lisinopril, beta-blockers (Metoprolol), lipid-lowering agents (Crestor), and diabetic medications including metformin and insulin for glycemic control. She is being counseled on the importance of medication adherence, dietary modifications, weight management, and physical activity.

Her diabetes education emphasizes home glucose monitoring, recognition of hyper- and hypoglycemia symptoms, and regular follow-up with endocrinology. Cardiovascular risk reduction and blood pressure control are reinforced, aiming for less than 130/80 mmHg. Follow-up in one week is scheduled to review her blood glucose logs, check her blood pressure, and adjust medications if necessary.

Further referrals include an ENT specialist for persistent ear issues, a dietitian for nutritional counseling, an endocrinologist for diabetes management, an ophthalmologist for diabetic retinopathy screening, and a podiatrist to prevent diabetic foot complications. Lifestyle modifications such as increased physical activity and smoking cessation, if applicable, are also emphasized.

In conclusion, this patient’s complex clinical scenario underscores the necessity of multidisciplinary management of her chronic diseases, vigilant monitoring of her metabolic and cardiovascular status, and targeted interventions for her persistent otologic complaints. Proactive patient education and regular follow-up are vital to improve her quality of life and prevent potential complications of her comorbid conditions.

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