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Why is frequent monitoring of respiratory rate necessary?
Why is frequent monitoring of respiratory rate necessary?
- To assess lung compliance
- To monitor heart rate
- To identify hypoxemia early (correct)
- To detect hypotension
What is used to measure the respiratory rate in infants?
What is used to measure the respiratory rate in infants?
- Observing movement of the chest
- Listening to breath sounds
- Palpating the chest wall
- Observing movement of the abdomen (correct)
At what age range does the mean respiratory rate decrease to 25 breaths per minute?
At what age range does the mean respiratory rate decrease to 25 breaths per minute?
- 3 months - 1 year
- 2-5 years (correct)
- 0-2 months
- 6-10 years
Which step of chest examination involves observing abnormal respiratory noises?
Which step of chest examination involves observing abnormal respiratory noises?
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How is respiratory rate known in children?
How is respiratory rate known in children?
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