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nautica902

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on: Jul 16, 2018
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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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
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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