Respiration Vital Signs Flashcards
1
Q
A complete respiratory cycle
A
An inhale and an exhale
2
Q
Normal respiratory rate of a newborn to 6 weeks
A
30-60 bpm
2
Q
Normal respiratory rate of an infant (6 weeks to 6 months)
A
25-40 bpm
3
Q
Normal respiratory rate of a toddler ( 1 to 3 years)
A
20-30 bpm
4
Q
Normal respiratory rate of a young children ( 3 to 6 years)
A
20-25 bpm
5
Q
Normal respiratory rate of older children (10 to 14 years)
A
15-20 bpm
6
Q
Normal respiratory rate of an adult?
A
12-20 bpm
7
Q
Respiratory rates are a a reliable way
to determine low oxygen levels. True or False?
A
False
