Which of the following statements is true regarding the respiratory rate of a newborn?
A. The respiratory rate of a newborn is slow.
B. The respiratory rate of a newborn varies between male and female infants.
C. The respiratory rate of a newborn is approximately 30 respirations per minute.
D. The respiratory rate of a newborn is, at its highest rate, approximately 40-80 respirations per minute.
Answer:D
Which of the following statements is true regarding the respiratory rate of a newborn?
A. The respiratory rate of a newborn is slow. B. The respiratory rate of a newborn varies between male and female infants. C. The respiratory rate of a newborn is approximately 30 respirations per minute. D. The respiratory rate of a newborn is, at its highest rate, approximately 40-80 respirations per minute.