Breathing Patterns Study Guide - Respiratory Therapy Zone

respiratory rate (12 - 20 breaths per minute), depth, and rhythm. Normal, healthy people. Tachypnea Increased respiratory rate greater than 20 breaths per minute. Hypoxemia, respiratory distress, fever, pain, anxiety. Bradypnea Decreased respiratory rate less than 12 breaths per minute. Sedation, alcohol, fatigue, drug overdose. Apnea No breathing. ................
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