Basic Life Support (BLS) Practice Exam

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What does high-quality CPR require regarding ventilation?

Frequent interruptions for breaths
Continuous compressions with minimal pauses
Delivering multiple breaths before compressions
Providing breaths every 2 seconds

The correct answer is: Continuous compressions with minimal pauses

High-quality CPR emphasizes the importance of continuous chest compressions with minimal interruptions to maintain blood flow to vital organs. Continuous compressions help ensure that oxygen-rich blood is delivered to the heart and brain, which is critical in a cardiac arrest situation. While ventilation is important, it should not disrupt the flow of compressions. Frequent interruptions can lead to decreased effectiveness of CPR and a lower chance of survival for the patient. Therefore, minimizing pauses for breaths, while still allowing for adequate ventilation during the appropriate moments, is essential for effective CPR. This approach maximizes the time spent providing compressions, which is a key component of high-quality CPR.