During the Primary Assessment, How Should You Best Determine the Adequacy

question 45

Multiple Choice

During the primary assessment, how should you best determine the adequacy of a patient's breathing?

• A) Determine the patient's mental status.
• B) Compare the respirations and pulse rate.
• C) Calculate the number of breaths per minute.
• D) Examine the rise and fall of the chest.

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