Which respiratory assessment finding is abnormal?
a. 10-second periods of apnea c. Respiratory rate of 66
b. Irregular respirations d. Abdominal respira-tion
C
Respiratory rates between 60 and 70 that are not the result of crying and that persist need further examination. A 10-second period of apnea is a normal finding, as irregular apneic periods may last up to 15 seconds. Abdominal respiration is the normal breathing pattern for a neonate.
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__________ develops when client lacks intrinsic factor
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