Which of the following has prolonged inspiratory spasms that resemble breath holding?: (A) Biot breathing, (B) Apneustic breathing, (C) Cheyne stokes breathing, (D) Kussmaul breathing
Answer is B. APNEUSTIC BREATHING - long inspiratory spasms (resembles breath holding) CHEYNE-STROKE BREATHING - apnea followed by hyperapnea KUSSMAUL RESPIRATION - increased depth and prolonged inspiration REGULARLY IRREGULAR - seen in meningitis See the attached treasure for fuher details.