Respiration may be defined as the process of exchange of gases between the atmosphere, alveoli and body tissue. Two important process of respiration are inspiration and expiration.
Aspirin drug may also effect the rate of respiration in the individual. The breathing rate get increased after taking the excess dose of aspirin. The increase in the breathing rate results in the rapid and deep breathing of the individual.
Diaphoresis is an abnormal condition which is characterized by excessive perspiration. This is a symptom of abuse of hypnotics or sedatives. In this condition the temperature of the body must be assessed primarily from upper thorax and forehead. Those who do not abuse sedative or hynotics the temperature can be assessed by rectal and oral cavity.