Endocrine Diabetic Emergencies

Kussmaul Respiration

Kussmaul respiration is a respiratory pattern mostly associated with a severe metabolic acidosis.  This breathing pattern is characterized by increased respiratory rate >20, with an increased depth of respiration. Patient may seem to have a panting labored pattern.


Kussmaul's Breathing Slide


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