Patient CareCâu 2 / 100
What is the normal respiratory rate range for a resting adult?
a.6 to 10 breaths per minute
b.12 to 20 breaths per minute
c.24 to 30 breaths per minute
d.30 to 40 breaths per minute
Giải thích
A normal adult resting respiratory rate is 12 to 20 breaths per minute. Rates below 12 indicate bradypnea and rates above 20 indicate tachypnea. Count respirations for a full minute for the most accurate result when the rate is irregular.
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