Question

during high - quality cpr, when do rescuers typically pause compressions?
select all that apply
when checking for responsiveness
when assigning team roles
when verifying scene safety
when checking pulse
when applying the aed pads
when changing compressors

Explanation:

• When checking for responsiveness: This is an initial step before starting CPR, not during high - quality CPR compressions.
• When assigning team roles: Team roles are assigned before or during pauses for other critical actions like AED use, but not as a typical pause during compressions.
• When verifying scene safety: Scene safety is verified before starting CPR, not during compressions.
• When checking pulse: This is part of the assessment process, and during high - quality CPR, if a pulse check is needed (e.g., after a cycle), compressions are paused.
• When applying the AED pads: To apply AED pads correctly, compressions need to be paused briefly.
• When changing compressors: To ensure continuous and effective compressions, when changing the person doing compressions, there is a pause.

Answer:

When checking pulse, When applying the AED pads, When changing compressors