Which of the following can cause tachypnea?
a. Fever and exercise
b. Sleep
c. Apnea
d. Airway opening
Answer is a. Fever and exercise (Normal reasons for tachypnea include exercise, fast body movements, and labor during pregnancy. However, sometimes the cause can be because something is wrong with the body. For example, tachypnea is sometimes seen in patients who have a high fever.)
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