Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( 36 Questions)
Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 1 inch (2.5 cm) is too shallow for effective adult CPR. Deeper compressions are required.
Correct. The correct compression depth for adult CPR is at least 2 inches (5 cm). This depth allows for sufficient blood flow to vital organs and is consistent with current BLS guidelines.
Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 3 inches (7.5 cm) is deeper than necessary for adult CPR. Excessive compression depth may cause harm.
Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 4 inches (10 cm) is much deeper than the recommended depth for adult CPR. Excessive depth can lead to rib fractures and other injuries.
A) Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 1 inch (2.5 cm) is too shallow for effective adult CPR. Deeper compressions are required.
B) Correct. The correct compression depth for adult CPR is at least 2 inches (5 cm). This depth allows for sufficient blood flow to vital organs and is consistent with current BLS guidelines.
C) Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 3 inches (7.5 cm) is deeper than necessary for adult CPR. Excessive compression depth may cause harm.
D) Incorrect. Compressing the chest to a depth of 4 inches (10 cm) is much deeper than the recommended depth for adult CPR. Excessive depth can lead to rib fractures and other injuries.