Why does obtaining the respirations of an infant require a modified approach from that of an adult?
a. Infants breathe through their noses
b. Infants have very rapid respirations
c. Infants' respirations are thoracic in nature
d. Infants' respiratory movements are abdominal
ANS: D
In children under 6 or 7 years of age, respiratory movements are abdominal or diaphragmatic. Abdominal movements must be observed when counting respirations.
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