Normal & Abnormal RR & patterns Flashcards
1
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Eupnea
A
Regular pattern, even depth
2
Q
Tachypnea
A
rapid-shallow respiration, >24,
3
Q
Bradypnea
A
Slow-regular respirations,
4
Q
Hyperventilation
A
Rapid-deep respirations,
5
Q
Hypoventilation
A
Irregular-shallow respirations,
6
Q
Cheyne-stokes
A
Periods of deep breaths with periods of apnea, regular pattern
7
Q
Biot’s (Ataxic) Respirations
A
Shallow-deep with periods of apnea, irregular pattern
8
Q
Sighing
A
Frequent. Causes-dyspnea/dizziness
9
Q
Obstructive Breathing
A
Prolonged expiration, COPD, asthma, chronic bronchitis