MONTHS OLD REASON FOR ENCOUNTER COUGH
(CASE STUDY) GRADY TURNER 18 MONTHS OLD
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i-Human Case Study: Grady Turner (18 Months Old)
Chief Complaint:
Cough
1. History of Present Illness (HPI)
Grady Turner is an 18-month-old toddler brought in by a caregiver with
a complaint of cough.
, • Onset: Acute (commonly 2–5 days ago)
• Duration: Persistent
• Character: May be dry or productive; often described as barking
or wet depending on cause
• Associated Symptoms:
o Fever (low-grade or high)
o Rhinorrhea (runny nose)
o Nasal congestion
o Possible wheezing or noisy breathing
o Decreased appetite
o Irritability
• Aggravating factors: Lying down, nighttime
• Relieving factors: Humidified air, fluids
• Severity: Mild to moderate (assess impact on feeding, sleep,
breathing)
2. Past Medical History
• Birth history: Full-term or preterm (ask)
• Immunization status: Up to date?
• Previous respiratory infections