Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with healthcare professionals regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about Kussmaul breathing:

1. Can you demonstrate what Kussmaul breathing looks and sounds like?
   
   
2. How can you be sure that I am experiencing Kussmaul breathing and not some other type of breathing difficulty?
   
   
3. What do you think is causing my symptoms? Why does this cause breathing problems?
   
   
4. Will you need to perform tests to confirm a diagnosis? How do I prepare for these tests?
   
   
5. What type of metabolic acidosis am I experiencing? How will this affect me?
   
   
6. What will happen if my symptoms become more severe?
   
   
7. At what point should I seek emergency medical attention?
   
   
8. What type of treatment do you recommend for me? What are the risks and benefits associated with this treatment?
   
   
9. For how long will I need to be treated?
   
   
10. What can I do to prevent this from occurring again?