Which of the following clinical signs suggests the need for ventilatory assistance in the patient with neuromuscular disease?

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Progressive dyspnea suggests that the patient is experiencing difficulty breathing and may require ventilatory assistance. While a high respiratory rate (A) and low vital capacity (C) may also be indicative of respiratory compromise, they are not sufficient on their own to determine the need for ventilatory assistance.

Which of the Following Clinical Signs Suggests the Need for Ventilatory