Which action is appropriate when counting an adult client's respirations?
A) Keep fingertips on the client's pulse when counting respirations
B) Count respirations when the client is sleeping or resting
C) Apply pressure on the client's chest when counting respirations
D) Count the client's respirations for 1 minute
A
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