Multiple Choice
A patient who is terminally ill is described during shift report as having Cheyne-Stokes breathing. On assessment, the nurse anticipates finding:
A) a breathing pattern of dyspnea followed by a short period of apnea.
B) rapid wheezing respirations for two or three breaths with short periods of apnea.
C) quick shallow respirations with long periods of apnea.
D) respirations gradually decreasing in rate and depth.
Correct Answer:
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