When ventilating an apneic adult with a simple barrier device, you should deliver each breath:

A. over a period of about 1 to 2 seconds.
B. while watching for adequate chest rise.
C. with a tidal volume of about 500 mL.
D. quickly to ensure adequate ventilation.


Answer: B. while watching for adequate chest rise.

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