Respiratory rates

Question 1

What is the normal respiratory rate range for a newborn (0-1 month)?

Answer 1

25-50 breaths/min

This range indicates the beats per minute for infants in the first month of life.

Question 2

What is the normal respiratory rate range for infants aged 3 months?

Answer 2

25-45 breaths/min

Infants at this age typically have a slightly lower heart rate compared to newborns.

Question 3

What is the normal respiratory rate range for infants aged 6-12 months?

Answer 3

20-40 breaths/min

Heart rates continue to decrease as infants grow older.

Question 4

What is the normal respiratory rate range for toddlers at 18 months?

Answer 4

20-35 breaths/min

This range reflects the heart rate for children as they approach their second year.

Question 5

What is the normal respiratory rate range for children aged 2-7 years?

Answer 5

20-30 breaths/min

Heart rates further decrease as children grow and develop.

Question 6

What is the normal respiratory rate range for children aged 8-11 years?

Answer 6

15-25 breaths/min

As children enter preadolescence, their heart rates are lower.

Question 7

What is the normal respiratory rate range for individuals aged 12 years old to adult?

Answer 7

12-24 breaths/min

This range is typical for teenagers and adults.