A nurse in an intensive care unit is planning care for a client with severe bronchospasms triggered by a known allergy to peanuts.The nurse recognizes that constriction is related to inflammatory mediators that trigger:

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Constriction of the muscles in the walls of the large bronchiole tubes is a common response in bronchospasms triggered by allergy-induced inflammation. This narrowing of the airways causes difficulty breathing and can be life-threatening, which is why it is important to identify and avoid allergens that can trigger this response. Options A, B, and D may occur in other respiratory conditions, but are not typically associated with bronchospasms caused by allergies.

A Nurse in an Intensive Care Unit Is Planning Care