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The correct hand placement for chest compressions is the:
  1. Lower third of sternum
  2. Upper half of the sternum
  3. Upper third of the sternum
  4. Lower half of the sternum
Explanation
Answer: D - The correct hand placement for chest compressions is the lower half of the sternum. To determine the proper placement the nurse would want to locate the notch where the rib margin meets the sternum. Place the middle finger on the notch and index finger next to it. Next place the heel of the opposite hand on the lower half of the sternum close to the index finger. Place the first hand on top of the hand on the sternum and begin chest compressions.
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