If there is no pulse, what sequence of actions should be performed?

If there is no pulse, what sequence of actions should be performed?

• A. 15 compressions followed by 2 breaths
• B. 2 breaths only
• C. 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths
• D. No compressions, only breaths

Answer: (C)

When there is no pulse, the immediate goal is to maintain blood flow to vital organs while delivering oxygen. For an adult with a trained responder and ventilation options, the standard CPR sequence is thirty chest compressions followed by two rescue breaths. Perform compressions at about 100–120 per minute, pressing the chest ~5 cm (2 inches) deep and allowing full recoil between compressions. After thirty compressions, give two breaths using proper technique to ensure the chest rises. Continue cycles of thirty compressions and two breaths, and use an AED as soon as it’s available. This cycle balances circulating blood with oxygenation, which is why it’s the best choice compared to doing only breaths or a shorter set of compressions.

When there is no pulse, the immediate goal is to maintain blood flow to vital organs while delivering oxygen. For an adult with a trained responder and ventilation options, the standard CPR sequence is thirty chest compressions followed by two rescue breaths. Perform compressions at about 100–120 per minute, pressing the chest ~5 cm (2 inches) deep and allowing full recoil between compressions. After thirty compressions, give two breaths using proper technique to ensure the chest rises. Continue cycles of thirty compressions and two breaths, and use an AED as soon as it’s available. This cycle balances circulating blood with oxygenation, which is why it’s the best choice compared to doing only breaths or a shorter set of compressions.