During the assessment of a patient's respirations, the nurse observes the expiration phase as being almost twice as long as the inspiration phase. This finding is consistent with what condition?
1. chronic lung disease
2. heart failure
3. respiratory distress
4. normal respiration
Correct Answer: 4
During normal respiration, a single inspiration lasts for about 1 to 1.5 seconds, whereas an expiration lasts for about 2 to 3 seconds. This finding does not suggest chronic lung disease, heart failure, or respiratory distress.
Cognitive Level: Applying
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