During a health assessment of a patient, a nurse is assessing vital signs, including respiratory rate. She knows that several factors can influence the respiratory rate including which of the following? Select all that apply.

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All listed factors can influence respiratory rate. Exercise increases it due to higher oxygen demand. Medications can either increase or decrease it depending on their action. Pain and stress can elevate respiratory rate due to the body's stress response. Fever increases metabolic rate, thus increasing respiratory rate.

During a Health Assessment of a Patient, a Nurse Is