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What condition was Tina asked about?
What condition was Tina asked about?
Asthma
How often do Tina's asthma exacerbations occur?
How often do Tina's asthma exacerbations occur?
Up to 2 times a week
When was Tina's most recent asthma exacerbation?
When was Tina's most recent asthma exacerbation?
Three days ago
What triggers Tina's asthma? (Select all that apply)
What triggers Tina's asthma? (Select all that apply)
What does Tina use for asthma management?
What does Tina use for asthma management?
What medication does Tina use for her asthma?
What medication does Tina use for her asthma?
What is the recommended dose when using Tina's asthma inhaler?
What is the recommended dose when using Tina's asthma inhaler?
What symptoms does Tina experience during asthma exacerbations? (Select all that apply)
What symptoms does Tina experience during asthma exacerbations? (Select all that apply)
Tina currently has breathing problems.
Tina currently has breathing problems.
When does Tina cough?
When does Tina cough?
Tina has a history of bronchitis.
Tina has a history of bronchitis.
At what age was Tina diagnosed with asthma?
At what age was Tina diagnosed with asthma?
Tina has seen an asthma specialist in the last two years.
Tina has seen an asthma specialist in the last two years.
How many past hospitalizations has Tina had for asthma?
How many past hospitalizations has Tina had for asthma?
What allergy does Tina have?
What allergy does Tina have?
What symptoms does Tina report for her allergies? (Select all that apply)
What symptoms does Tina report for her allergies? (Select all that apply)
What treatments does Tina use for her allergies? (Select all that apply)
What treatments does Tina use for her allergies? (Select all that apply)
Tina currently smokes tobacco.
Tina currently smokes tobacco.
Did Tina ever smoke marijuana?
Did Tina ever smoke marijuana?
How long did Tina smoke marijuana?
How long did Tina smoke marijuana?
Tina has been exposed to secondhand smoke.
Tina has been exposed to secondhand smoke.
Is there a family history of asthma?
Is there a family history of asthma?
Tina has a family history of other respiratory illnesses.
Tina has a family history of other respiratory illnesses.
There is a family history of tobacco use.
There is a family history of tobacco use.
Tina has a family history of lung cancer.
Tina has a family history of lung cancer.
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Study Notes
Asthma Overview
- Tina Jones reports a history of asthma with occurrences of exacerbations.
- Exacerbations happen up to two times a week and last approximately five minutes.
Recent Exacerbation
- Last exacerbation was noted three days ago, triggered by exposure to cats at a cousin's house.
Asthma Triggers
- Identified triggers include cat allergies and dust.
- No asthma issues reported at work or home.
Asthma Management
- Utilizes an albuterol inhaler (Proventil) for management.
- Last use of the inhaler was three days prior, with a maximum usage of two times per week.
- Recommended dosage for the inhaler is 1-3 puffs as needed; typically takes 2 puffs, occasionally needing 3 to manage symptoms.
Exacerbation Symptoms
- During exacerbations, symptoms include chest tightness, wheezing, and shortness of breath.
- No coughing, chest pain, or painful breathing reported during these episodes.
Current Health Status
- No current breathing problems or cough history noted, except for occasional cough during colds.
- No sputum production reported.
Medical History
- Denies history of bronchitis, pneumonia, or emphysema besides asthma.
- Asthma diagnosed at age 2.5 years.
Specialist Care
- No visits to an asthma specialist in the past two years.
- Has a history of five asthma-related hospitalizations, the most recent at age 16, typically treated with steroids and nebulizer.
Allergies
- Reports allergy to cats, with symptoms including sneezing, itchy eyes, and wheezing.
- Manages allergies by avoiding cats, using inhaler, and showering.
Substance Use
- Denies current or past tobacco use, including vaping.
- Past recreational marijuana use for 5-6 years, stopped 6-7 years ago due to health concerns and loss of interest.
- No exposure to secondhand smoke reported.
Family History
- Sister has asthma; no other family history of respiratory illnesses, tobacco use, or lung cancer reported.
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