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Question #: 42
Topic #: 1
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Which statement about inadequate breathing is correct?

  • A. A breathing rate that is either too fast or too slow may indicate inadequate breathing.
  • B. Inadequate breathing is much less common in small children than in older adults.
  • C. Increased effort of breathing is often a normal sign and is not associated with inadequate breathing.
  • D. A patient breathing very deeply or very shallowly is compensating for an abnormal respiratory rate.
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Suggested Answer: A 🗳️
A respiratory rate that is either too fast or too slow may be a sign of inadequate breathing. Respiratory distress occurs with many medical and trauma problems and spans the age groups, making choice b inaccurate. An increased work (effort) of breathing frequently accompanies inadequate breathing as the patient attempts to compensate, but it should never be considered a "normal sign" as suggested by choice c. Patients may breathe shallowly or deeply for a number of reasons, only one of which is to compensate for an abnormal rate, making choice d inaccurate.
by [deleted] at March 10, 2025, 7:42 a.m.

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