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What is the normal breathing rate in adults?


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12 - 16 per minute

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14 - 16 per minute

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12 - 18 per minute

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18 - 20 per minute

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Solution

The correct option is C

12 - 18 per minute


Breathing rate is defined as the number of breaths per minute. In normal adults,breathing rate is 12 - 18 per minute. Breathing rates may increase with fever, illness, and with other medical conditions.


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