Kira can relieve her chronic asthma symptoms by using her rescue inhaler. Sandy has tried many and varied treatments for years, but with little success. John, who is allergic to bee stings, always carries an Epi-Pen. Tommy had not considered steroids because of long-term side-effects, but his current inhaler is no longer managing his severe asthma episodes, and he has heard stronger medication can be more effective. Who is most likely to seek further medical treatment?
A) Kira
B) Sandy
C) John
D) Tommy
Question 2
Tammy discovers a lump in her breast, but puts off calling a doctor. According to research by Leventhal, which is the LEAST likely reason she procrastinates?
A) She does not recognize this as a cancer symptom.
B) She is afraid that she will have to undergo surgery.
C) She is afraid of the side-effects of chemo/radiation.
D) She believes that she will die regardless of treatment.
Signs and symptoms of chronic liver failure.
Asthma
Chronic Renal Failure
Negative Effects of Chronic Stress
Stepwise approach for managing asthma in adults and patients 12 years and older.
(A) Nebulizer and (B) inhaler medication delivery devices for asthma medications.