Question

how is cpr performed differently when an advanced airway is in place?
choose the correct answer
no pauses for ventilations
rate is 80 to 100/min
compression - to - ventilation ratio is 15:2 for all ages
depth is shallower for all ages

Explanation:

When an advanced airway (such as an endotracheal tube) is in place during CPR:

• No pauses for ventilations: Normally, during CPR without an advanced airway, there are pauses in compressions for ventilations (e.g., 30 compressions then 2 ventilations). But with an advanced airway, compressions are continuous at a rate of 100 - 120/min, and ventilations are given at a rate of 8 - 10/min without pausing the compressions.
• Rate is 80 to 100/min: Incorrect. The compression rate should be 100 - 120/min (even with an advanced airway).
• Compression - to - ventilation ratio is 15:2 for all ages: Incorrect. With an advanced airway, there is no set compression - to - ventilation ratio as compressions are continuous and ventilations are given at a separate rate.
• Depth is shallower for all ages: Incorrect. The compression depth should still be at least 2 inches (5 cm) for adults and proportionate for children/infants.

Answer:

No pauses for ventilations