- Ask the patient to hold their breath.
- Count respirations immediately after taking the pulse or blood pressure, without the patient's awareness.
- Count respirations while the patient is speaking.
- Count respirations during a strenuous activity.
A nurse is assessing a patient’s respiratory rate. The nurse notices the patient is aware of being observed and is consciously altering their breathing pattern. To obtain an accurate reading, the nurse should:
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