The nurse is caring for a client with a C3 injury who is demonstrating diaphragmatic respirations. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect to assess?
A)Tachypnea
B)Hypertension
C)Hypovolemia
D)Hypoventilation

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Hypoventilation almost always occurs with diaphragmatic respirations because of the decrease in vital capacity and tidal volume, which occurs as a result of impairment of the intercostal muscles.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a C3