A 50-year-old diabetic male did not take his medication and is now in metabolic acidosis.He is experiencing Kussmaul respirations.What type of breathing will the nurse observe upon assessment?
A) Audible wheezing or stridor
B) A slightly increased ventilatory rate, large tidal volumes, and no expiratory pause
C) Rapid respirations with periods of apnea
D) Very slow inhalations and rapid expirations

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Kussmaul respirations are characterized by a slightly increased ventilatory rate,very large tidal volumes,and no expiratory pause.
Audible wheezing is usually associated with conditions such as asthma,and stridor indicates a narrowed airway.
Cheyne-Stokes respirations are characterized by alternating periods of deep and shallow breathing,with periods of apnea lasting from 15 to 60 seconds.
Kussmaul respirations do not have slow inhalations; bronchiolar disorders have these characteristics.

A 50-Year-Old Diabetic Male Did Not Take His Medication and Is