Which of the following statements regarding Kussmaul respirations is correct?
A. Kussmaul respirations are characterized by rapid, shallow breathing.
B. It is the body's compensatory mechanism for rapidly lowering the pH.
C. You should assist ventilations in all patients with Kussmaul respirations.
D. The SpO2 may be normal due to an increase in respiratory rate and depth.
Ans: D. The SpO2 may be normal due to an increase in respiratory rate and depth.
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