types of breathing

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Costal (thoracic)

-shallow breathing

-occurs when more air is needed than movement of the diaphragm produces

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Abdominal (diaphragmatic)

-deep breathing

-diaphragm contraction produces visible movement of the abdomen

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Eupnea

Normal quiet respiration

-inhaling: muscle contractions

-exhaling: passive process

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Dyspnea

Difficult breathing

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Apnea

Absence or cessation of respiration

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Hyperpnea

Increased depth or rate of breathing or both

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Polynea

Rapid shallow breathing