What Is Bradypnea?

Bradypnea means that the breathing rhythm is regular but the frequency is less than 10 times per minute, which is common in the end of life or before apnea. Bradykinesia can also occur when nerves, metabolic diseases, or certain medications are taken in excess due to inhibition of the respiratory center. Shallow breathing is seen in anesthetic or sedative overdose and increased intracranial pressure.