Kussmaul respirations may be characterized as:
A) alternating periods of deep and shallow breathing.
B) a common breathing pattern in pulmonary fibrosis.
C) a common breathing pattern in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
D) a slightly increased ventilatory rate;large,tidal volumes;and no expiratory pause.

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Kussmaul respirations are characterized as a slightly increased ventilatory rate, large tidal volumes, and no expiratory pause. This breathing pattern is often seen in metabolic acidosis, such as diabetic ketoacidosis. It is not characterized by alternating periods of deep and shallow breathing, nor is it a common breathing pattern in pulmonary fibrosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Kussmaul Respirations May Be Characterized As