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One of the newer recommendations made by heart associations is called “Hands-Only CPR.” Which of the following is the rationale behind eliminating the respiratory component of CPR?
  1. Studies have shown that people have fear of performing the respiratory component (because of infectious disease)
  2. When offered a simplified option, people will be more likely to do something
  3. Studies show that, when performed correctly, chest compressions are as effective as compressions plus breath support
  4. Studies show that the respiratory component of CPR should not be performed until a heart rhythm is restored
Explanation
Answer: B - Hands-Only CPR provides that person permission to do something knowing that some CPR is better than no CPR. Hands-Only CPR is a nod to the fact that people feel so overwhelmed by the logistics of performing resuscitation, they may choose to do nothing. In some sense, the history of CPR has offered too many options: 2 breaths per cycle versus 1 breath per cycle; 30 compressions versus 15 compressions, etc. The layperson may feel constrained by a fear of doing harm or “messing up” and thus stand-by in hopes that someone more qualified will step in.
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