When performing CPR on an adult patient in cardiac arrest, it is important to:
A) deliver at least 80 to 90 compressions per minute.
B) limit interruptions in chest compressions to 20 seconds.
C) deliver forceful ventilations between compressions.
D) allow the chest to fully recoil between compressions.
Answer: D) allow the chest to fully recoil between compressions.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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