Which of the following is the MOST correct technique for ventilating an apneic adult who has a pulse?

A) Hyperventilate at a rate between 20 and 24 breaths/min.
B) Deliver each breath over 2 seconds at a rate of 10 breaths/min.
C) Ventilate at a rate of 15 breaths/min and look for visible chest rise.
D) Deliver each breath over 1 second at a rate of 12 breaths/min.


Answer: D) Deliver each breath over 1 second at a rate of 12 breaths/min.

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