NUR 502 Module 4 Discussion Urinary Function Pulmonary Function According to the case study information, how would you classify the severity of a D.R. asthma attack?

Name the most common triggers for asthma in any given patients and specify in your answer which ones you consider applied to D.R. in the case study.

Common asthma causes include allergies, respiratory illnesses, exercise, air pollution, and irritants. In D.R.’s instance, potential triggers include airborne allergens, which cause nose symptoms and respiratory distress. The observed wet eyes and postnasal discharge indicate an allergic component. According to Jackson and Gern (2022), the recent respiratory illness may have been a factor in the sudden onset and worsening symptoms. The requirement for more intensive therapy and a decreased response to his regular albuterol inhaler may indicate the presence of numerous triggers, necessitating a comprehensive strategy for managing both allergy and infectious components of his exacerbation.

Based on your knowledge and your research, please explain the factors that might be the etiology of D.R. being an asthmatic patient.

Asthma’s etiology is complex, comprising both genetic predisposition and environmental variables. Genetic susceptibility increases an individual’s risk of having asthma, with family history frequently playing a role. The environmental factors include allergen exposure, such as airborne particles that cause an allergic reaction in vulnerable people like D.R. Respiratory infections, particularly in childhood, can influence asthma development. Kabundji et al. (2023) opine that asthma is characterized by airway inflammation and bronchoconstriction caused by a complex interplay of hereditary and environmental factors. Understanding these aspects allows for more tailored management options, such as trigger avoidance and appropriate pharmacotherapy, for asthmatic patients like D.R.