A preschool child in the emergency department has a respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute. How should the nurse interpret this finding?
a. The child is relaxed.
b. Respiratory failure is likely.
c. This child is in respiratory distress.
d. The child's condition is improving.
B
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A Although the respiratory rate slows when an individual is relaxed, a rate of 10
breaths per minute in an ill preschool child is not a normal finding and is cause
for concern.
B Very slow breathing in an ill child is an ominous sign, indicating respiratory
failure.
C A rapid respiratory rate indicates respiratory distress. Other signs of respiratory
distress may include retractions, grunting, and nasal flaring.
D A respiratory rate of 10 breaths per minute is not a normal finding for a
preschool child. This conclusion is incorrect.
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