Which of the following breathing patterns suggests respiratory muscle decompensation?

a. Rapid and deep breaths
b. Rapid and shallow breaths
c. Slow and shallow breaths
d. Slow and deep breaths


ANS: B
When muscular strength is limited, patients tend to meet minute ventilation (E) requirements by increasing frequency (f) while decreasing tidal volume (VT).

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