Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( 36 Questions)

A nurse is caring for an unresponsive client who is not breathing and has no pulse. What is the correct compression rate for BLS chest compressions in this situation?


Correct Answer: B

A) Incorrect. The correct compression rate for BLS chest compressions is higher than 80 compressions per minute. This rate may not be sufficient to maintain adequate circulation.

B) Correct. The correct compression rate for BLS chest compressions in an unresponsive client without a pulse is 100-120 compressions per minute. This rate ensures adequate blood flow to vital organs during CPR.

C) Incorrect. 30 compressions per minute is too low for effective chest compressions during BLS. The recommended rate is higher, as mentioned in option B.

D) Incorrect. 60 compressions per minute is lower than the recommended rate for BLS chest compressions. The correct rate, as mentioned in option B, is 100-120 compressions per minute.




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