The nurse documents that the client is eupneic in regard to the client's respiratory status.Which interpretation of the nurse's documentation is correct?
A)Breathing requires the use of costal, sternal, and sub-clavicular muscles.
B)Respirations are very shallow and at a rate between 8 and 12 per minute.
C)Client is using thoracic muscles to breathe at 20 to 24 breaths per minute.
D)Respiratory function is normal in depth and rate with abdominal muscle use.

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Eupnea refers to normal, unlabored breathing, which includes a normal depth and rate of respiration, typically involving the use of abdominal muscles as part of the normal breathing process.

The Nurse Documents That the Client Is Eupneic in Regard