Match each type of breathing with its corresponding definition.
-Temporary cessation of breathing at the end of a normal expiration

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Apnea is the temporary cessation of breathing.

Answer: B
 Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by periods of deep, rapid breathing followed by periods of apnea.

Answer: C
 Eupnea is normal, unlabored breathing.

Answer: D
 Hypoventilation is breathing that is too shallow or slow, resulting in inadequate oxygen intake and retention of carbon dioxide.

Answer: E
 Biot breathing is characterized by irregular, deep breaths followed by periods of apnea.

Answer: F
 Hyperventilation is breathing that is too rapid or deep, resulting in excessive elimination of carbon dioxide.

Answer: G
 Hyperpnea is breathing that is deeper and more rapid than normal in response to increased oxygen demand.

Answer: H
 Orthopnea is difficulty breathing when lying flat, relieved by sitting up.

Answer: I
 Apneusis is a prolonged, gasping inspiration followed by a short, ineffective expiration.

Match Each Type of Breathing with Its Corresponding Definition