Regular respirations characterized by increased rate and depth are an abnormal pattern known as
a. air trapping. c. sighing.
b. Kussmaul's respirations. d. hyperpnea.
B
Kussmaul's respirations are characterized by an increased depth and rate of respirations. The respirations are regular and the inspiratory and expiratory processes are both active. Diabetic ketoacidosis and metabolic acidosis can result in Kussmaul's respirations. The body is lowering the PaCO2 level, thereby raising the pH and attempting to correct the acidosis. Air trapping is an abnormal respiratory pattern with rapid, shallow respirations and forced prolonged expiration to overcome increased airway resistance. This is seen is COPD and an asthmatic attack. Sighing is characterized by normal respirations interrupted by a deep inspiration and followed by a deep expiration. Occasional sighs punctuate the normal breathing pattern and are purposeful to expand the alveoli. Excessive sighing can occur in central nervous system lesions.
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