RESPIRATION

Question 1

RESPIRATION - SPEECH

Answer 1

• “Have you anticipated in any physical exercise in the last 30 minutes”
• “If it’s okay, I’ll just place your arm on your chest as I just need to measure your pulse/heart rate again”
• “In a normal situation, I would not let the patient know that I am measuring their respiration rate as it may cause them to become fixated on their breathing which will alter the result. However for the purpose of this exam I will be measuring her respiration now.”

Question 2

RESPIRATION - SPEECH TO THE TEACHER

Answer 2

• “The patient’s respiration rate is…”
• “The patient’s respiratory depth is…”
• “ The patient’s respiratory rhythm is…”
• “The patient’s respiratory quality is…”