Question

7 multiple choice 2 points
when performing chest compressions, where do you place your hands?
on the center of their belly button
on their right pectoral muscle
on the breastbone in the center of the chest
on the xiphoid process right below the breastbone

8 multiple choice 2 points
about how many chest compressions should you get in a minute?
60-70
100-120
120-140
130-150

Explanation:

Identify hand placement for chest compressions

To perform effective chest compressions during CPR, proper hand placement is essential to maximize blood flow and minimize injury. According to standard CPR Guidelines, the hands must be placed on the lower half of the breastbone (sternum) in the center of the chest. Placing hands on the belly button, pectoral muscle, or directly on the fragile xiphoid process (the lower tip of the breastbone) is incorrect and can cause internal injuries.

Determine the correct compression rate

Standard CPR Guidelines specify that chest compressions should be delivered at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute. This rate ensures adequate blood circulation to vital organs, particularly the brain, during cardiac arrest. Rates lower than 100 are insufficient, while rates higher than 120 do not allow the heart enough time to refill between compressions.

Answer:

Question 7

• On the center of their belly button
• on their right pectoral muscle
• On the breastbone in the center of the chest (Correct answer)
• on the Xiphoid process right below the breastbone

Question 8

• 60-70
• 100-120 (Correct answer)
• 120-140
• 130-150