Post your cost comparison document from Unit 2. Assuming you might prescribe this drug for your patient, how would you minimize cost or assist the patient in getting the medication at the lowest cost possible. What resources are available to reduce drug costs? Find at least 2 resources for free or reduced cost medications. Respond to two other student posts as per the discussion board rubric.

This is my paper from week 2

Comparing pharmacological alternatives, prescription, and over-the-counter drugs stand out. A good example is “Lisinopril,” a hypertension treatment, and “Ibuprofen,” a painkiller. Consider 10mg “Lisinopril” prescription medication. Both brand-name and generic versions exist. Retail chains, small pharmacies, and internet platforms charge various prices for Lisinopril, which is also affected by geography in the US. In contrast, “Ibuprofen” is an over-the-counter painkiller available without a prescription. Its range of formulas and amounts makes it affordable and widely used. Comparing the generic and brand-name versions of Lisinopril, which have the same active component but cost less, may show the economic benefits of choosing the generic. This comparison between prescription and OTC drugs shows how regulation, accessibility, and cost affect pharmaceuticals. Starting the prescription drugs, Lisinopril is commonly prescribed for the management of hypertension. For a 10mg dose, let us examine the price differences between brand and generic options at different types of pharmacies in different locations in the United States.

Prescription Drug – Lisinopril 10mg (30 tablets)

1. Large Chain Pharmacy – Walgreens (Chicago, IL):

Brand: Prinivil – Cash Price: $45.00

Generic: Lisinopril – Cash Price: $12.00

2. Grocery Store Associate Pharmacy – Publix (Atlanta, GA):

Brand: Zestril – Cash Price: $43.00

Generic: Lisinopril – Cash Price: $10.00

3. Privately Owned Local Pharmacy – Victory Pharmacy (Seattle, WA):

Brand: Qbrelis – Cash Price: $47.00

Generic: Lisinopril – Cash Price: $11.00

4. Pharmacy Associated with Big Box Store – Walmart (Dallas, TX):

Brand: Prinizide – Cash Price: $50.00

Generic: Lisinopril – Cash Price: $9.00

Lisinopril 10mg (30 pills) price among pharmacies and geolocations gives useful information into pharmaceutical cost trends. The study found that generic Lisinopril is much cheaper than brand-name versions at all drugstore types and locations. Walgreens in Chicago sells Prinivil for $45.00 and Lisinopril for $12.00. Zestril, the brand, costs $43.00 at Publix, an Atlanta supermarket store associate pharmacy, whereas Lisinopril costs $10.00. Victory Pharmacy, a Seattle-based private pharmacy, sells Qbrelis for $47.00 and Lisinopril for $11.00. Walmart in Dallas follows this pattern, selling Prinizide for $50 and Lisinopril for $9.00. The consistent price disparity emphasizes the economic logic of adopting generic products wherever available, particularly for financially strapped people seeking cheaper healthcare. This report highlights the significant influence of pharmacy choice on patient spending, pushing consumers to be cautious and aware of the pharmaceutical market.

Over-the-Counter Drug – Ibuprofen 200mg (100 tablets):

1) Large Chain Pharmacy – CVS (New et al.):

Brand: Advil – Cash Price: $10.00

Generic: Ibuprofen – Cash Price: $7.00

2) Grocery Store Associate Pharmacy – Kroger (Houston, TX):

Brand: Motrin – Cash Price: $9.00

Generic: Ibuprofen – Cash Price: $6.00

3) Privately Owned Local Pharmacy – Greenway Pharmacy (San et al.):

Brand: Nurofen – Cash Price: $11.00

Generic: Ibuprofen – Cash Price: $7.50

4) Pharmacy Associated with Big Box Store – Target (Minneapolis, MN):

Brand: Up & Up – Cash Price: $8.00

Generic: Ibuprofen – Cash Price: $5.00

Ibuprofen 200mg (100 pills) pricing across pharmacies and locales reveals an interesting price difference between brand-name and generic choices. This difference highlights the constant benefit of generic versions, supporting the pharmaceutical industry trend. In huge chain pharmacies like CVS in New York City, Advil costs $10.00, and Ibuprofen costs $7.00. Kroger, a Houston grocery store associate pharmacy, sells Motrin for $9.00 and generic Ibuprofen for $6.00. San Francisco's privately held Greenway Pharmacy follows this approach. Brand-name Nurofen costs $11.00, whereas generic Ibuprofen costs $7.50. Even in 'big box' pharmacy sections, Target in Minneapolis perpetuates the idea with $8.00 Up & Up and $5.00 generic Ibuprofen. The constancy of this pattern supports the economic case for buying generic drugs. This decision saves customers money and emphasizes educated consumption. This research highlights how competition and price tactics shape customer choices in the market. It promotes intelligent pharmaceutical selections and cost-effective solutions by encouraging active healthcare expenditure evaluation.

Comparing brand names with generic prescription and over-the-counter medications shows that generics are cheaper across pharmacies. This cost disparity supports educated consumption by choosing generic versions. The results highlight the importance of pharmacy selection in determining medicine procurement costs as individuals traverse the complicated healthcare environment. The long-term trend shows that well-informed healthcare choices may save money and ensure access to excellent treatments.

Introduction

Many organizations work to better local and global communities' quality of life and promote health and safety in times of crisis. As public health and safety advocates, nurses must be cognizant of how such organizations help certain populations. As change agents, nurses must be aware of factors that impact the organization and the services that it offers. Familiarity with these organizations enables the nurse to offer assistance as a volunteer and source of referral.

This assessment provides an opportunity for you gain insight into the mission, vision, and operations of a community services organization.

Preparation

You are interested in expanding your role as a nurse and are considering working in an area where you can help to promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life within the local or global community. You are aware of several nonprofit organizations and government agencies whose work contributes to this effort in some way. You have particular interest in one of these organizations but would like to know more about its contributions to public health and safety improvements. You would like to report the results of your research in a scholarly paper that you could submit for publication.

Research a local, national, or global nonprofit organization or government agency selected from the 
Assessment 02 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF] 
 Download Assessment 02 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF]resource. Determine how the selected organization or agency contributes to public health and safety improvements, promotes equal opportunity, and improves the quality of life within the community. Submit your findings in a 3–5 page report.

As you begin to prepare this assessment, it would be an excellent choice to complete the Nonprofit Organizations and Community Health activity. Complete this activity to gain insight into promoting equal opportunity and improving the quality of life in a community. The information gained from completing this activity will help you succeed with the assessment.

Note: As you revise your writing, check out the resources listed on the Writing Center's 
Writing Support page.

Instructions

First, select one of the local, national, or global nonprofit organizations or government agencies presented in the 
Assessment 02 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF] 
 Download Assessment 02 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF]resource.

Then research the nonprofit organization or government agency that you selected. Determine how the organization or agency contributes to public health and safety improvements, promotes equal opportunity, and improves the quality of life within the community. Submit your findings in a 3–5 page report structured according to the following specifications:

Document Format and Length

Format your paper using APA style.

· Refer to the 
APA Style Paper Tutorial [DOCX] to help you in writing and formatting your paper. Be sure to include:

· A title page and references page. An abstract is not required.

· Appropriate section headings.

· Your paper should comprise 3–5 pages of content plus title and references pages.

Supporting Evidence

Cite at least three credible sources from peer-reviewed journals or professional industry publications published within the past 5 years that support your research findings.

Graded Requirements

The research requirements, outlined below, correspond to the grading criteria in the assessment scoring guide, so be sure to address each point.

· Explain how the organization's mission and vision enable it to contribute to public health and safety improvements.

· Include examples of ways a local and/or global initiative supports organizational mission and vision and promotes public health and safety.

· Evaluate an organization's ability to promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life in the community.

· Consider the effects of social, cultural, economic, and physical barriers.

· Assess the impact of funding sources, policy, and legislation on the organization's provision of services.

· Consider the potential implications of funding decisions, policy, and legislation for individuals, families, and aggregates within the community.

· Explain how an organization's work impacts the health and/or safety needs of a local community.

· Consider how nurses might become involved with the organization.

· Organize content so ideas flow logically with smooth transitions; contains few errors in grammar/punctuation, word choice, and spelling.

· Apply APA formatting to in-text citations and references exhibiting nearly flawless adherence to APA format.

· Write with a specific purpose and audience in mind.

· Adhere to scholarly and disciplinary writing standards and APA formatting requirements.

Additional Requirements

Before submitting your paper, proofread it to minimize errors that could distract readers and make it difficult for them to focus on your research findings.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

Competency 1: Analyze health risks and health care needs among distinct populations.

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· Explain how an organization's work impacts the health and/or safety needs of a local community.

Competency 2: Propose health promotion strategies to improve the health of populations.

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· Explain how an organization's mission and vision enable it to contribute to public health and safety improvements.

Competency 3: valuate health policies, based on their ability to achieve desired outcomes.

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· Assess the impact of funding sources, policy, and legislation on an organization's service delivery.

Competency 4: Integrate principles of social justice in community health interventions.

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· Evaluate an organization's ability to promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life in a community.

Competency 5: Apply professional, scholarly communication strategies to lead health promotion and improve population health.

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· Organize content so ideas flow logically with smooth transitions; contains few errors in grammar/punctuation, word choice, and spelling.

· Apply APA formatting to in-text citations and references exhibiting nearly flawless adherence to APA format.

Discuss what is happening on a cellular level with the disease process. Be careful to realize that patients have co-morbidities and you may need to discuss the other diseases impact on the pathophysiology and care of the patient.  Three (3) resources after 2008 are required along with APA format. 

A 38 year female old med student goes to her physician with complaints of arthralgia and a new rash on her face bilaterally. The rash get worse when in the sun. When she is fatigued, she complains of a sharp pain in her chest when taking a deep breath. She has experienced this before, but this present episode has been the worst she has ever felt. An exam was completed and tests ordered. The following results are:

Physical:

Temperarture, respiratory rate, and BP normal, Heart rate regular and normal

Facial rash macular over the bridge of her nose and cheeks. Discoid scaling also noted on her extensor surfaces of her arms.

Joint pain and stiffness and pain in hands on active and passive motion

Pleural friction rub auscultated with deep respiration

Other systems examined normal.

Labs:

Serum electrolytes – normal

Hemoglibin and Hematocrit – low

Platelet count – slightly low

White blood cells – normal

BUN and Creatinine – elevated

Urine – Positive for Protein

CXR – Small pleural effusion noted

Antinuclear antibody (ANA) – positive

Anti-DNA antibodies – positive

Diagnosis: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)

Questions:

1. What is the common descriptive term for this patient’s facial rash and why?

1. What does sunlight do to people with this disease that they are taught t avoid it?

1. Which lab results indicate renal dysfunction. Is this dysfunction related to SLE? Why or why not?

1. State the other signs and symptoms of SLE that are manifested in this patients physical exam and labs? Give the rationale for each.

1. What is the pathophysiology behind SLE causing widespread tissue damage?

1. What is discoid lupus and is it different from SLE?

1. What type of teaching and management plan will be need to be devised by the APN for this patient?

 Screening is the administration of measures or tests to distinguish individuals who may have a condition from those who probably do not have it.  Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of screening.