Before you take your Certification Exam, make sure you’re confident in these core life-saving skills. This guide highlights the most critical CPR & AED concepts, ensuring you’re fully prepared to pass your exam and respond effectively in an emergency.
Age Group | Compression Depth |
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Adults | At least 2 inches (5 cm) |
Children | About 2 inches (5 cm) or 1/3 chest depth |
Infants | About 1.5 inches (4 cm) or 1/3 chest depth |
Patient Type | Rescue Breathing Rate |
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Adults | 1 breath every 5–6 seconds (10–12 per minute) |
Children/Infants | 1 breath every 3–5 seconds (12–20 per minute) |
If no pulse develops, begin CPR immediately (30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio).
Scenario | Ratio |
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Single Rescuer (All Ages) | 30:2 |
Two Rescuers (Children/Infants) | 15:2 |
Advanced Airway in Place | Continuous compressions + 1 breath every 6 seconds |
Age Group | Pad Placement |
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Adults | Upper right chest & lower left side |
Children (under 8) | Use pediatric pads; same placement if pads fit |
Infants (if no pediatric pads) | One pad on chest, one on back |
Situation | Modified Action |
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Drowning | Give 2 rescue breaths before compressions |
Pregnancy | Shift compressions higher; displace uterus leftward |
Opioid Overdose | Administer naloxone (if available), then begin CPR |