Question

when performing high quality \compression only\ cpr, you must push down at least ___ inches when performing on an infant

1.5 inches
2 inches
3 inches
1 inch

Explanation:

Identify target patient and procedure

The question asks for the minimum compression depth when performing high-quality "compression-only" CPR on an infant.

Recall standard CPR guidelines

According to standard American Heart Association (AHA) and Red Cross guidelines, the chest compression depth for an infant (less than 1 year of age) is at least one-third the anterior-posterior diameter of the chest, which is approximately 1.5 inches (4 cm).

Match with options

Comparing 1.5 inches to the given choices:

• 1.5 inches (Correct)
• 2 inches (Standard for children and adults)
• 3 inches (Too deep)
• 1 inch (Too shallow)

Answer:

• (A) 1.5 inches (Correct answer)
• (B) 2 inches
• (C) 3 inches
• (D) 1 inch