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The nurse is caring for a patient who has a history of asthma and is currently admitted to the hospital with pneumonia. Discuss the pathophysiology of asthma and the impact of pneumonia, assessment information pertinent for the patient, lab work or diagnostic test appropriate for managing the disease process, pharmacology agent that would be appropriate for the patient, and specific nursing interventions addressing the specific needs and care measures. In the discussion discharge planning and teaching should be included.