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magmichele12

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on: Jul 12, 2018
When delivering chest compressions on an adult, press straight down compressing the victim's sternum approximately:
 
  A) at least 0.5 inch.
  B) at least 1 inch.
  C) at least 1.5 inches.
  D) at least 2 inches.

Question 2

To determine breathlessness, you should:
 
  A) look, listen, and feel.
  B) palpitate the carotid artery.
  C) perform mouth-to-mouth.
  D) ask the victim to speak.


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tofugiraffe

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A


magmichele12

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Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

kusterl

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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