RESPIRATORY RATE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Respiratory Rate.
Respiratory Rate - as a noun
The rate at which a person inhales and exhales; usually measured to obtain a quick evaluation of a person's health
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rate of respirationExample Sentences
"The doctor measured the patient's respiratory rate and found it to be abnormally high."
"The nurse noted a decrease in the infant's respiratory rate after administering medication."
"A low respiratory rate can be a sign of respiratory distress in dogs."
"The athlete's respiratory rate increased significantly during intense exercise."
"Patients with pneumonia often exhibit an elevated respiratory rate."
