The nurse observes a person's respirations and notes that the rate is 30 breaths per minute and the respirations are very deep. What disorder might this person be experiencing?

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A respiratory rate of 30 breaths per minute and deep breathing (hyperpnea) is indicative of respiratory acidosis, which occurs due to an accumulation of carbon dioxide in the blood. This can be caused by various underlying disorders, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pneumonia, or congestive heart failure.

The Nurse Observes a Person's Respirations and Notes That the Rate