Orders for Advanced Pathophysiology
Emmanuel and his mother live in an urban community housing complex. The building is worn
down and dirty from the urban dust, cockroaches, and mold. Emmanuel is 5 years of age and has
suffered from asthma for the last 2 years. One evening, his mother poured him some milk and
put him to bed. Shortly afterward, Emmanuel woke up wheezing and coughing. As he gasped for
air, he became more and more anxious. His mother ran for his inhaler, but he was too upset and
restless to use it. Emmanuel’s skin became moist with sweat, and as he began to tire, his
wheezing became quieter. His mother called 911 and waited anxiously for the ambulance to
arrive.
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