Child Resuscitation: Single Rescuer Ratio
During resuscitation efforts for a child experiencing cardiac arrest, specific guidelines dictate the ratio of chest compressions to breaths.
Recommended Ratio for Single Rescuer
For a single rescuer providing CPR to a child, the recommended ratio is 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths.
This 30:2 ratio is crucial for maintaining adequate circulation and oxygenation during pediatric resuscitation when only one person is available to help.
Understanding the Ratios
- 30:2: This is the standard ratio for a single rescuer performing CPR on a child (or infant, or adult). It ensures a balance between chest compressions and ventilations.
- 15:2: This ratio is typically used by two healthcare providers resuscitating a child or infant. It prioritizes more frequent ventilation when two rescuers are present.
- 14:1 and 7:1: These ratios are not standard guidelines for child CPR.
Therefore, the correct ratio for a single rescuer administering CPR to a child is 30:2.
Important Questions from Paediatric Emergencies
- In case of hypertensive emergency in a child, blood pressure should be reduced by up to :
- At what cut-off respiratory rate will you consider "fast breathing" in a 2-year-old child?
- A child presents with headache and vomiting in the emergency room following a fall from the bed. Which one of the following treatment modalities is not recommended in the emergency room?
- A 4-year-old comatose child is assessed by the Modified Glasgow Coma Scale. Which of the following is the correct interpretation of the score given as E2V3M2 for the best eye opening response, best verbal response and best motor response respectively?
A 6-year old child needs to undergo a central Catheter placement for total parental nutrition.The procedure is likely to evoke pain and anxiety. Which of the following is the most appropriate drug for sedation and analgesia in this child?
