Which of the following patients obviously needs positive-pressure ventilation assistance?
A) Combative; respiratory rate of 24 breaths/min and deep
B) Semiconscious; respiratory rate of 14 breaths/min and good chest rise
C) Restless; respiratory rate of 12 breaths/min with adequate tidal volume
D) Responsive to pain only; respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min and shallow
Answer: D) Responsive to pain only; respiratory rate of 8 breaths/min and shallow
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