To perform rescue breathing for an adult, nurse Hayden delivers one breath every:
a. 3 seconds
b. 4 seconds
c. 5 seconds
d. 6 seconds
Answer C. One breath every five seconds equals a rate of 12 breaths per minute (60 : 5 = 12).
This rate is appropriate for an adult.
a. 3 seconds
b. 4 seconds
c. 5 seconds
d. 6 seconds
Answer C. One breath every five seconds equals a rate of 12 breaths per minute (60 : 5 = 12).
This rate is appropriate for an adult.