Normal & Abnormal RR & patterns Flashcards

1
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Eupnea

A

Regular pattern, even depth

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2
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Tachypnea

A

rapid-shallow respiration, >24,

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3
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Bradypnea

A

Slow-regular respirations,

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4
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Hyperventilation

A

Rapid-deep respirations,

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5
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Hypoventilation

A

Irregular-shallow respirations,

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6
Q

Cheyne-stokes

A

Periods of deep breaths with periods of apnea, regular pattern

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7
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Biot’s (Ataxic) Respirations

A

Shallow-deep with periods of apnea, irregular pattern

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8
Q

Sighing

A

Frequent. Causes-dyspnea/dizziness

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9
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Obstructive Breathing

A

Prolonged expiration, COPD, asthma, chronic bronchitis

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