Assignment task:
Did you agree or disagree with the author and why?
What NEW information did you contribute to this author's post?
Why is this NEW information important?
Etiology is the study of the causes or origin of a disease or condition. In the case of Mr. Jones, the etiology is a combination of risk factors such as being overweight, a smoker, an alcoholic, and has a history of heroin use. The clinical manifestations, or observable signs and symptoms, include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and a hoarse voice. Risk factors, such as a history of hypertension, iron deficiency, and bloody sputum, increase the likelihood of developing a particular disease. In this case, the symptoms of wheezing, dullness of the upper right lobe, and smoking history put Mr. Jones at high risk for COPD or lung cancer.
Tony then discovers that Mr. Jones has a lesion in the right upper lobe, which is considered pathogenesis as it has developed into a disease. The preceptor ordered a lung biopsy to confirm the diagnosis, as the chest x-ray revealed the characteristics of a malignant tumor, such as a high degree of anaplasia, an increase in vascularity, and metastasizing. The treatment implication for Mr. Jones is intended to manage his symptoms and the risks associated with the treatment. This includes modifying his lifestyle by quitting smoking and drinking, exercising moderately, making healthy choices, and possibly undergoing chemotherapy and surgery.