A client asks the nurse about the compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR. What is the nurse's best response?

A) Incorrect. Placing the hands on the lower half of the breastbone is not the correct hand placement for adult CPR chest compressions. The hands should be positioned higher on the sternum.

B) Incorrect. Placing one hand on the chest and the other on the forehead is not the correct hand placement for adult CPR. Both hands should be positioned on the sternum.

C) Incorrect. Placing the hands on the upper abdomen is not the correct hand placement for adult CPR. The hands should be positioned on the sternum.

D) Correct. The correct hand placement for adult CPR chest compressions is to center the hands on the sternum, between the nipples. Proper hand placement ensures effective compression depth and allows for adequate blood flow during CPR.

A) Incorrect. While emotional comfort is important, high-quality CPR is not primarily aimed at ensuring the client's emotional comfort during resuscitation efforts.

B) Incorrect. High-quality CPR focuses on providing effective chest compressions and ventilations to the client, rather than conserving the energy of healthcare providers.

C) Incorrect. High-quality CPR emphasizes proper technique and compression depth to minimize the risk of injury to both the client and the healthcare provider.

D) Correct. High-quality CPR is critical because it improves the likelihood of restoring blood circulation and oxygenation to vital organs during resuscitation efforts. Effective chest compressions maintain blood flow, while rescue breaths provide oxygen to the lungs, enhancing the chances of a successful resuscitation outcome.

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