Question Category: Incidents and emergencies
A casualty isn't breathing normally and needs CPR. At what rate should you press down and release on the centre of their chest?
Explanation
"If a casualty isn't breathing normally, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may be needed to maintain circulation. Place two hands on the centre of the chest and press down hard and fast – around 5–6 centimetres and about twice a second."