EVALUATION OF RESPIRATION Flashcards
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rate
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number of cycles of inspiration and expiration per minute
2
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rhythm
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breathing pattern; in infants/young children irregular respirations are common; in adults the rhythm at rest is expected to be regular
3
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depth
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amount of air per respiratory cycle; shallow, deep, or irregular respirations may be a symptom of disease
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