A rhythmic cycling of breathing with an increase in respirations followed by apnea is ________.
A) asthma
B) Cheyne-Stokes respiration
C) emphysema
D) cystic fibrosis

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Cheyne-Stokes respiration is characterized by a cyclic pattern of breathing that alternates between hyperpnea (increased rate and depth of breathing) and apnea (temporary cessation of breathing). This respiratory pattern is often seen in patients with congestive heart failure, brainstem injury, or opioid overdose. Asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis are all chronic respiratory conditions but do not typically present with Cheyne-Stokes respiration.

A Rhythmic Cycling of Breathing with an Increase in Respirations