High Quality CPR

• Compression rate of 100-120 compressions per minute
  • “Staying Alive”is the rate for your chest compressions
  • youtube.com/watch?v=n5hP4DIBCEE
• Compression depth of 2-2.4 inches (5-6 cm) in adults
• Two hands over the lower half of the breastbone in adults
• Allowthe chest to recoil after every compression
• Do not lean on chest between compressions
• Minimize interruptions to chest compressions
• May interrupt for rhythm analysis and shock/cardioversion
• Interruptions should be no longer than 10 seconds

• Avoid excessive ventilation
• Make sure the victim’s back is supported (backboard)

Avoid unnecessary interruptions in chest compressions!