While observing a patient's breathing, you note that the depth and rate first increase, then decrease, followed by a period of apnea. Which of the following are potential causes of this abnormality?
1) Central nervous system disorder
2) Congestive heart failure
3) Metabolic acidosis
A) 1 and 2 only
B) 2 and 3 only
C) 1 and 3 only
D) 1, 2, and 3
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