What are the Common Abnormalities in Respiration Rate?
Abnormal respiration rates can be categorized as:
- Tachypnea: Rapid breathing rate, usually above 20 breaths per minute in adults. It may be caused by fever, anxiety, infections, or respiratory conditions like asthma. - Bradypnea: Slow breathing rate, typically below 12 breaths per minute in adults. It can be due to drug overdose, brain injury, or severe metabolic disorders. - Apnea: Absence of breathing for a period. It is critical and requires immediate medical attention.
