Respiratory rate: (RR) is a non–invasive

Respiratory rate (RR) is a non–invasive and useful assessment tool and abnormalities in respiratory rate have been shown to indicate patient deterioration and should be managed accordingly. [1] Respiration is a vital process for humans, supplying oxygen to the mitochondria for ATP production (our bodies energy currency). The main byproduct of this process, carbon dioxide which goes through a process to finally be exhaled form our lungs. The respiratory rate , i.e., the number of breaths per ... Respiratory rate indicates the number of breaths per unit time (usually minute) and can be a good indicator of our health. Normal respiratory rate for newborn: see Tables 1 and 2 below Normal respiratory rate for infants: see Tables 1 and 2 below Normal respiratory rate for children: see Tables 1 and 2 below Normal respiratory rate changes with age; 12 to 20 respirations per minute (breaths per minute) is the normal range for a resting adult 1. The respiratory rate chart for adult shown below breaks down everything you need to know about normal breathing rates across different age groups and activities.