If a Patient Sustained an Injury to the Apneustic Center

question 11

Multiple Choice

If a patient sustained an injury to the apneustic center in the lower pons area,in which area should the nurse most expect the patient to exhibit problems?

• A) Respiratory rate
• B) Triggering exhalation
• C) Respiratory rhythm
• D) Depth of respiration

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