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Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Vital Signs Respirations

Respirations


Vital Signs Respirations


Respirations : How many breaths per minute

Adults: 12 - 20 / Infant slightly higher 20 - 40

Inhalation and Exhalation equals: 1 breath

To count breaths: Count 30 seconds by 2

Look for : Rhythm, rate, depth, and quality

Bradypnea: Under 12 breaths

Tachypnea: Over 20 breaths

Eupnea: Normal rate and depth

Apnea: Not breathing maybe 30 seconds or at all

Dyspnea: Difficulty in breathing

Orthopnea: Over bedside 90o postural position

Hyperpnea: Fast respirations

Cheyne Stokes: Increasing in rate and depth then periods of apnea - cyclic.

Kussmaul: Metabolic acidosis,usually the Diabetic. Rapid, very deep respirations intended to blow off carbondioxide.

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