during cpr on a child you should place

During CPR on a child, place the heel of one hand on the middle of the chest on the lower half of the breastbone (sternum), and keep your hand off the ribs.

Hand placement

• Put the child on their back on a firm, flat surface before starting compressions.

• Place the heel of one hand on the center of the chest, on the lower half of the breastbone, not over the ribs or the very bottom tip of the sternum.

• For larger children, you may place your other hand on top of the first to push effectively, keeping your fingers lifted so they do not press on the ribs.

Compression basics

• Push straight down about one third of the chest depth (around 2 inches or 5 cm for most children) and then let the chest fully recoil.

• Aim for a rate of 100–120 compressions per minute, with 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths if trained to give breaths.

Important safety notes

• Do not place your hands over the upper abdomen, ribs, or the very bottom of the sternum, because this can cause internal injury.

• Seek certified pediatric CPR training as soon as possible; online videos and written guides are helpful but do not replace hands-on instruction.

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