Asked by Marlena Barcus on Jul 07, 2024
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A faster than normal rate of respiration is known as:
A) bradypnea
B) tachypnea
C) apnea
D) dyspnea
Tachypnea
Increased rate of respiration.
Bradypnea
An abnormally slow rate of respiration.
Dyspnea
A medical term for difficulty in breathing or shortness of breath, a symptom of various underlying health conditions.
- Understand the terminology related to respiration and its disorders.
Verified Answer
CT
Ceanna TraverJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Tachypnea is the medical term for a faster than normal rate of respiration.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the terminology related to respiration and its disorders.