iHuman Case Study Pediatrics 2026: Buddy Theodore (BT) –
5-Year-Old Male With Acute Asthma Exacerbation |
Pediatric Respiratory Assessment and Management
Detailed iHuman Pediatrics case study solution for Buddy Theodore (BT), a 5-year-old
male presenting with an acute asthma exacerbation. Covers pediatric SOAP note,
respiratory assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment plan, and caregiver education for
nursing, NP, PA, and medical students.
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Patient Information
Name: Buddy Theodore
Age: 5 years
Sex: Male
Source: Parent
Reliability: Reliable historian
S – Subjective
Chief Complaint (CC):
“My son is coughing and having trouble breathing.”
History of Present Illness (HPI):
, Buddy Theodore is a 5-year-old male who presents with increased coughing, wheezing, and
shortness of breath that began 2 days ago and worsened today. His mother reports symptoms
started after a recent upper respiratory infection with nasal congestion and runny nose. Cough
is worse at night and with activity.
He has required his rescue inhaler more frequently with minimal relief. No chest pain reported.
No cyanosis. Appetite is slightly decreased but fluid intake is adequate. No vomiting or diarrhea.
No recent hospitalizations but has had prior asthma exacerbations treated with albuterol.
Associated Symptoms:
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest tightness
• Nighttime cough
Denied Symptoms:
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Lethargy
Past Medical History (PMH):
• Asthma, diagnosed at age 3
• No hospitalizations
• No surgeries
Medications:
• Albuterol inhaler PRN
• No daily controller medication
Allergies:
• NKDA
Immunizations:
• Up to date per age
5-Year-Old Male With Acute Asthma Exacerbation |
Pediatric Respiratory Assessment and Management
Detailed iHuman Pediatrics case study solution for Buddy Theodore (BT), a 5-year-old
male presenting with an acute asthma exacerbation. Covers pediatric SOAP note,
respiratory assessment, differential diagnosis, treatment plan, and caregiver education for
nursing, NP, PA, and medical students.
• iHuman Buddy Theodore solutions
• Buddy Theodore iHuman case study
• iHuman pediatrics BT
• 5-year-old male asthma case study
Patient Information
Name: Buddy Theodore
Age: 5 years
Sex: Male
Source: Parent
Reliability: Reliable historian
S – Subjective
Chief Complaint (CC):
“My son is coughing and having trouble breathing.”
History of Present Illness (HPI):
, Buddy Theodore is a 5-year-old male who presents with increased coughing, wheezing, and
shortness of breath that began 2 days ago and worsened today. His mother reports symptoms
started after a recent upper respiratory infection with nasal congestion and runny nose. Cough
is worse at night and with activity.
He has required his rescue inhaler more frequently with minimal relief. No chest pain reported.
No cyanosis. Appetite is slightly decreased but fluid intake is adequate. No vomiting or diarrhea.
No recent hospitalizations but has had prior asthma exacerbations treated with albuterol.
Associated Symptoms:
• Wheezing
• Shortness of breath
• Chest tightness
• Nighttime cough
Denied Symptoms:
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Lethargy
Past Medical History (PMH):
• Asthma, diagnosed at age 3
• No hospitalizations
• No surgeries
Medications:
• Albuterol inhaler PRN
• No daily controller medication
Allergies:
• NKDA
Immunizations:
• Up to date per age
