At what rate should chest compressions be delivered for adult CPR?

At what rate should chest compressions be delivered for adult CPR?

• A. 80–100 compressions per minute
• B. 60–80 compressions per minute
• C. 100–110 compressions per minute
• D. 100–120 compressions per minute

Answer: (D)

The pace for chest compressions in adult CPR should be about 100 to 120 compressions per minute. This range ensures enough blood is moved with each push without rushing so that you can maintain adequate depth and full chest recoil. If you compress too slowly, blood flow to the heart and brain drops; if you go too fast, you risk shallow compressions and poor depth, which reduces effectiveness. The full recommended range is 100–120 per minute, which is why it’s the best choice. A handy cue is to pace with a tempo around the beat of Stayin’ Alive, which is near 103 BPM.

The pace for chest compressions in adult CPR should be about 100 to 120 compressions per minute. This range ensures enough blood is moved with each push without rushing so that you can maintain adequate depth and full chest recoil. If you compress too slowly, blood flow to the heart and brain drops; if you go too fast, you risk shallow compressions and poor depth, which reduces effectiveness. The full recommended range is 100–120 per minute, which is why it’s the best choice. A handy cue is to pace with a tempo around the beat of Stayin’ Alive, which is near 103 BPM.