Which of the Following Breathing Patterns Is a Common Signal

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following breathing patterns is a common signal of respiratory distress and possible ventilatory failure?

• A) Rapid, shallow breathing
• B) Tachypnea
• C) Bradypnea
• D) Dyspnea

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