Resting Respiratory Rate
The Resting Respiratory Rate is the number of breaths taken per minute while the body is in a relaxed state. It is an important indicator of respiratory health and overall physical condition. Monitoring this parameter helps assess how efficiently the lungs and respiratory system are functioning during periods of rest.
Name | Unit | programmatic name |
|---|---|---|
Resting Respiratory Rate | Breaths per minute | resting_respiratory_rate |
The Resting Respiratory Rate is calculated using data from measurements performed in a resting state over the past 2 weeks.
When is the first reading available? To obtain an initial reading, users must complete at least two Face Scans each week for two consecutive weeks. The first result will be available after the second Face Scan in the second week.
Example timeline with Face Scans:
- Week 1: Monday & Wednesday - No Resting Respiratory Rate available yet.
- Week 2: Tuesday & Thursday - Resting Respiratory Rate available on Friday.
We kindly refer to the accuracy assessment of Respiratory Rate as an individual biomarker.
The resting respiratory rate is a valuable baseline metric for understanding an individual's respiratory function and overall health. It can be used to:
- Monitor respiratory health: An abnormally high or low respiratory rate may indicate underlying respiratory conditions such as asthma, sleep apnea, or lung disease.
- Detect signs of stress: Similar to heart rate, respiratory rate can increase in response to stress or anxiety. An elevated Resting Respiratory Rate may reflect heightened mental or physical stress levels.
- Track fitness improvements: As cardiovascular and respiratory fitness improve, a person’s respiratory rate at rest tends to decrease.
Comparing the user's respiratory rate to their baseline or population averages can provide insights into their health state. High respiratory rates at rest may indicate conditions requiring further evaluation, while lower rates may suggest improved fitness or relaxation. Personalized recommendations can be made based on this data, helping users manage their respiratory health through breathing exercises or relaxation techniques.
These kinds of analyses are also performed by IntelliProve's Insights Algorithms and available as Interpretations.
Resting Respiratory Rate is returned as an integer in breaths per minute and can be requested as a Widget or via the Rest API.
Range | Definition | Example Color Indicator | Example User Text |
|---|---|---|---|
8 - 12 | Very low | Green | Your Resting Respiratory Rate is very low. |
13 - 16 | Low | Green | Your Resting Respiratory Rate is low. |
17 – 19 | Average | Green | Your Resting Respiratory Rate is within the average range. |
20 – 24 | Above average | Yellow | Your Resting Respiratory Rate is higher than average. |
25 – 40 | High | Red | Your Resting Respiratory Rate is high and may indicate stress or respiratory concerns. |
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