Basic CPR Principles Flashcards
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What is the recommended compression rate for CPR?
Answer: 100–120 compressions per minute
The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 per minute for both adult and pediatric CPR.
Where should you place your hands during adult chest compressions?
Answer: On the lower half of the sternum
Compressions should be delivered on the lower half of the sternum (breastbone), with the heel of your hand centered on the chest.
How long should a rescue breath be delivered?
Answer: About 1 second
Each rescue breath should be delivered over about 1 second, just enough to see the chest visibly rise.
What does 'allow full chest recoil' mean during CPR?
Answer: Release pressure fully between compressions without removing hands
Full chest recoil means releasing all compression pressure between pushes so the heart refills with blood, but keeping hands lightly on the chest to maintain position.
When should you stop performing CPR?
Answer: When the victim shows signs of life, EMS takes over, or you are too exhausted to continue
CPR should stop when the victim regains signs of life, trained EMS personnel take over, an AED advises to stop, or the rescuer is physically unable to continue.
What is 'hands-only CPR' and when is it recommended?
Answer: Continuous chest compressions without rescue breaths, recommended for witnessed adult cardiac arrest by untrained bystanders
Hands-only CPR (compression-only) is recommended for bystanders who witness an adult suddenly collapse and are untrained or uncomfortable giving breaths.