Why is it important to get a resting respiratory rate as a vital sign rather than a rate while a person is active?

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Brennanyoung · Answer 1 · 2021-11-16T02:45:13+0000

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This is an important thing because this resting respiratory rate shows your body is resting, especially your lungs.

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Cristi Berceanu · Answer 2 · 2021-11-18T04:01:31+0000

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Why is it important to get a resting respiratory rate as a vital sign rather than a rate while a person is active?

Well, because it shows your heart is actually resting.