Apneustic breathing is characterized by:
A) an irregular respiratory pattern with unpredictable periods of apnea.
B) a gradual increase and decrease in breathing with periods of apnea.
C) extreme tachypnea and hyperpnea with a fruity or acetone breath odor.
D) a prolonged inspiratory phase with a shortened expiratory phase and bradypnea.
Answer: D) a prolonged inspiratory phase with a shortened expiratory phase and bradypnea.
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