The nurse reads in the medical record that a client has Kussmaul respirations. Which assessment finding is consistent with this condition?
a. Deep, rapid respirations
b. Respirations with an irregular pattern
c. Shallow, grunting respirations
d. Use of accessory muscles when breathing
A
Kussmaul respirations are described as deep and rapid and are the body's attempt to compensate for acidosis by "blowing off" excess H+ in the form of carbon dioxide.
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