Anson Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Practice Test

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If the patient is not breathing normally but has a pulse and you need rescue breaths, what is the correct ventilation rate?

1 breath every 2 seconds 1 breath every 4 seconds 1 breath every 6 seconds, or about 10 breaths per minute 1 breath every 12 seconds

Correct Answer:

1 breath every 6 seconds, or about 10 breaths per minute

Explanation:

When there is a pulse but the person isn’t breathing normally, you’re aiming to provide just enough ventilation to oxygenate without overdoing it. Deliver rescue breaths at about one every six seconds, which is roughly ten breaths per minute. This pace supports circulation and gas exchange without increasing intrathoracic pressure too much. Each breath should last about one second and cause the chest to rise, then you pause briefly to let exhalation happen before the next breath. Maintain this rate until the person starts breathing on their own, a stronger pulse is detected, or professional help arrives.

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