How do I give rescue breaths when giving CPR to an adult?

For the layperson who has taken a CPR course through the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or other qualified agency, rescue breaths should be performed on the unresponsive adult after giving 30 chest compressions and the person is not breathing or only gasping for air. 1. Begin by opening the airway, making sure the person is in a face up position on a hard, flat surface.

2. Lift the chin with one hand while pushing down on the forehead with the other. This straightens the airway so the air flow is unobstructed.

3. Once the airway is open pinch the person's nose shut with your fingers. 4.

Inhale and cover the person's mouth with your mouth, creating an airtight seal. 5. Give two breaths at about 1 second per breath.

6. Watch for the person's chest to rise as you give each breath. 7.

After 2 rescue breaths give 30 chest compressions. 8. Repeat 2 rescue breaths followed by 30 chest compressions at a rate of at least 100 compressions per minute.

There are two alternative methods for mouth-to-mouth rescue breathing. To be ready in the event of an emergency, you should keep a CPR face shield or face mask in your first aid kit. 1.

CPR Face Shield: Place the face shield over the person's nose and mouth with the airway tube between the person's lips. Open the airway as described above, pinch the nose, and give rescue breaths through the one way valve. 2.

CPR Face Mask: Place the face mask over the person's nose and mouth. Open the airway as described above. Press the mask against the person's face to give an airtight seal.

Give rescue breaths through the one way valve.

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