Teen Asthma (#607)

This young adult has experienced an exacerbation of wheeziness after cutting the lawn. She has been asthmatic most of her life and is supposed to take medication to prevent asthma attacks.

Learning Objectives

Building trust
Establishing rapport
Acknowledging underlying interests
Maintaining objectivity
Considering options
Gaining buy-in

Information for Learners

Angela has been treated for an acute exacerbation of her asthma symptoms at the emergency department. The emergency nurse referred Angela to the asthma clinic within the hospital for a follow-up related to her uncontrolled asthma and her current level of distress.

Simulation Details

Simulator Role(s)

Angela Pierro (eighteen)

Learner Role(s)

Nurse
Social Worker

Setting

Emergency Asthma Clinic at a Hospital