Question

which of the following is true of respirations?
apnea is difficult or labored breathing
patients should be told when their respirations are being assessed
dyspnea is the temporary absence of respirations
respiration should be counted while your fingers are still in the position used to measure pulse

Explanation:

Apnea is the temporary absence of respirations, not difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is difficult or labored breathing, not the temporary absence of respirations. It is best not to tell patients when respirations are being assessed as it may cause them to alter their normal breathing pattern. Respirations can be counted while fingers remain in the pulse - measuring position as it is less likely to alert the patient.

Answer:

Respiration should be counted while your fingers are still in the position used to measure pulse.