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What is the correct rate for chest compressions for adults during CPR?
100-120 compressions per minute.
During CPR, how deep should chest compressions be for an adult?
At least 2 inches.
For an infant, where should chest compressions be performed?
Just below the inter-mammary line (middle of the chest).
What is the proper hand position for compressions on a child?
One or two hands, depending on the size of the child.
How should compressions be delivered for an infant during CPR?
Two-thumb encircling hands technique or two fingers.
What ratio of compressions to breaths should be used for lay rescuers performing CPR on
adults?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
What action should you take if a person has a pulse but is not breathing?
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, Provide 1 rescue breath every 6 seconds.
How long should each rescue breath last for an adult during CPR?
1 second per breath, enough to make the chest rise visibly.
How often should pulse checks be done during CPR?
Only when signs of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) appear.
What is the compression depth for children during CPR?
At least one-third the depth of the chest, about 2 inches.
When should CPR be paused for rhythm analysis?
After every 2 minutes of compressions.
What is the compression depth for an infant during CPR?
About 1.5 inches or one-third the depth of the chest.
What technique should healthcare professionals use for children’s CPR when there are two
rescuers?
A compression-to-ventilation ratio of 15:2.
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Update 2024/2025| Already Passed
What is the correct rate for chest compressions for adults during CPR?
100-120 compressions per minute.
During CPR, how deep should chest compressions be for an adult?
At least 2 inches.
For an infant, where should chest compressions be performed?
Just below the inter-mammary line (middle of the chest).
What is the proper hand position for compressions on a child?
One or two hands, depending on the size of the child.
How should compressions be delivered for an infant during CPR?
Two-thumb encircling hands technique or two fingers.
What ratio of compressions to breaths should be used for lay rescuers performing CPR on
adults?
30 compressions to 2 breaths.
What action should you take if a person has a pulse but is not breathing?
1
, Provide 1 rescue breath every 6 seconds.
How long should each rescue breath last for an adult during CPR?
1 second per breath, enough to make the chest rise visibly.
How often should pulse checks be done during CPR?
Only when signs of return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) appear.
What is the compression depth for children during CPR?
At least one-third the depth of the chest, about 2 inches.
When should CPR be paused for rhythm analysis?
After every 2 minutes of compressions.
What is the compression depth for an infant during CPR?
About 1.5 inches or one-third the depth of the chest.
What technique should healthcare professionals use for children’s CPR when there are two
rescuers?
A compression-to-ventilation ratio of 15:2.
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