The nurse observes that the patient has an abnormal respiratory pattern and has documented that the patient is demonstrating Cheyne-Stokes respirations. What respiratory pattern description is characteristic of a patient who has Cheyne-Stokes respirations?
A) Rapid shallow breaths
B) Low respiratory rate with hiccups
C) Alternating periods of deep breathing and periods of apnea
D) Increased rate and depth in breaths
Ans: C
Feedback: Cheyne-Stokes is associated with deep breathing and periods of apnea.
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