Why is it necessary to count respirations without the patient being aware that you are doing so?
A. Because counting respirations can only be done in a quiet environment
B. Because the patient should be talking while you count the respirations
C. Because patients will breathe unnaturally if they know you are counting respirations
D. Because respirations are very difficult to count, and the patient will try to help you
Answer: C
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