Vital Signs Respirations Flashcards
1
Q
What is respiration?
A
This is the means by which the body gains oxygen and excretes CO2
Inspiration and expiration = 1 respiration
2
Q
When do respiratory changes occur?
A
Occur when the respiratory centres receives information from:
- stretch receptors in the lung
- chemoreceptors in the aortic arch and carotid arteries that monitor oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood
3
Q
What is the physiology of respiration?
A
Ventilation- drawing breath in
Gaseous exchange
Internal respiration - measurement of CO2 from cells into blood and movement of O2 into blood cells.
4
Q
What do we assess when were looking at someone’s respiration?
A
Rate
Rhythm
Depth
5
Q
What is the rate of resps an adult should be taking per min?
A
12-20
6
Q
What is the rate of resps a neonate should be taking every minute?
A
40-60
7
Q
What can cause changes in respiration?
A
Exercise
Emotions
Pain
Drugs
