An adult patient who is NOT experiencing difficulty breathing will:

A. have a respiratory rate that is between 20 and 24 breaths/min.
B. exhibit an indentation above the clavicles and in between the ribs.
C. be able to speak in complete sentences without unusual pauses.
D. assume a position that will facilitate effective and easy breathing.


Answer: C. be able to speak in complete sentences without unusual pauses.

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