When Performing Chest Compressions on a Pregnant Patient That Has

question 28

Multiple Choice

When performing chest compressions on a pregnant patient that has gone into cardiac arrest,what change do you need to make in the placement of your hands?

• A) 0.5 to 1 inch lower on the sternum
• B) 0.5 to 1 inch higher on the sternum
• C) 1 to 2 inches lower on the sternum
• D) 1 to 2 inches higher on the sternum

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