Which of the Following Patterns Describes Cheyne-Stokes Breathing

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following patterns describes Cheyne-Stokes breathing?

• A) Tidal volume gradually increases and then gradually decreases to complete apnea without changes in respiratory rate. Then the tidal volume gradually increases again.
• B) Respiratory rate and tidal volume gradually increase and then gradually decrease to complete apnea. Then the tidal volume and breathing frequency gradually increase again.
• C) The respiratory rate gradually increases and then gradually decreases to complete apnea but tidal volume has essentially the same depth. Then the breathing frequency gradually increases again.
• D) Tidal volume gradually decreases to complete apnea. Then the tidal volume gradually increases again, repeating the cycle.

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