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nautica902

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Biot's respiration is most frequently observed in patients with which of the following?
 
  a. Congestive heart failure
  b. Increased intracranial pressure
  c. Metabolic acidosis
  d. Peripheral nerve disorders

Question 2

What does apneustic breathing indicate?
 
  a. Damage to the cerebrum
  b. Damage to the pons
  c. Spinal cord transaction
  d. Vagal nerve damage



JYan

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Biot's breathing occurs in patients with increased intracranial pressure, but the mechanism for this pattern is unclear.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Apneustic breathing indicates damage to the pons.



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