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Chest Compressions & Defibrillation Flashcards

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  1. What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an adult during CPR?

    Answer: At least 2 inches (5 cm)

    Adult compressions should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) but not exceeding 2.4 inches (6 cm).

  2. What is the recommended rate of chest compressions for adult CPR?

    Answer: 100 to 120 compressions per minute

    Compress at a rate of 100 to 120 per minute to maintain effective blood flow.

  3. Why is it important to allow full chest recoil between compressions?

    Answer: It lets the heart refill with blood

    Full recoil allows the heart to refill, improving blood flow on the next compression.

  4. Where should your hands be placed for adult chest compressions?

    Answer: Center of the chest on the lower half of the breastbone

    Place the heel of your hand on the lower half of the sternum at the center of the chest.

  5. What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for one-rescuer adult CPR?

    Answer: 30 compressions to 2 breaths

    Single-rescuer adult CPR uses a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio.

  6. What should you do to minimize interruptions during compressions?

    Answer: Limit pauses to less than 10 seconds

    Interruptions should be kept under 10 seconds to maintain perfusion.

  7. What is a common cause of ineffective chest compressions?

    Answer: Leaning on the chest and not allowing recoil

    Leaning prevents full recoil, reducing how much blood the heart can pump.