Which of the following is a breathing pattern marked by a period of apnea lasting 10 to 60 seconds, followed by gradually increasing depth and frequency of respiration?

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Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by a pattern of breathing that includes a period of apnea (no breathing) lasting 10 to 60 seconds, followed by gradually increasing then decreasing depth and frequency of respiration. This pattern is often seen in patients with congestive heart failure or in those who are in a coma.

Which of the Following Is a Breathing Pattern Marked by a Period