What might be the reasons for abnormal respiration rates?

Slow respiration rates: 1. Resident is resting, sleeping, or lying on their back. 2. Narcotics can cause a slow rate. Rapid respiration rates: 1. Increased activity, stress, or pain. 2. Infection. 3. Respiratory distress, heart attack, or fluid overload.

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