External compression consists of applying rhythmic pressure over the lower ____, which raises the ____ pressure and forces the blood out of the heart.

A. manubrium; thoracic
B. manubrium; abdominal
C. sternum; thoracic
D. sternum; abdominal


Answer: C

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