Matching Pairs The rationale behind each step of counting RROnline version To help the students to know more about the RR counting. by Nursing Empowerment Program 1 It's not allowed to estimate RR without close observation 2 Counting breaths for a full minute. 3 Placing the patient arm across his chest while counting the RR. 4 It's not allowed to counting RR for 30 sec and then multiply. 5 The nurse can observe the abdominal movement while counting the RR. 6 The nurse shouldn't inform the patient that she is counting the RR. 7 Using a stopwatch while measuring RR. 8 Documentation is critical after counting RR. 9 Observing chest movements; falls and raises. 10 Counting RR at rest. To avoid inaccuracies due to missed breaths or misinterpretation of the breathing pattern from distance. Because it shows the raises and falls obviously. To ensure consistency and accuracy in timing the breaths counted. Because the abdomen moves as a result of moving the diaphragm up and down. To track changes over time and informing other healthcare providers about the patient's condition To allow the nurse to see the full cycle of inhalation and exhalation, ensuring accurate counting. To avoid controlling the respiration by the patient. To avoid an inaccurate counting. To get an accurate reading, as respiratory rates can vary. To provide a baseline for normal respiration as physical activity increases respiratory rate.
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