What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an infant?

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What is the recommended depth of chest compressions for an infant?

During infant CPR, the depth of chest compressions must push enough blood without causing unnecessary injury. The guideline is to compress about one third of the chest depth, which for an infant is roughly 1.5 inches (about 4 cm). This depth achieves adequate circulation while minimizing harm. Compressions around 0.5 inches or 1 inch are too shallow to generate sufficient blood flow. Compressing about 2 inches is too deep for an infant and raises the risk of injury to ribs and internal organs. Use the appropriate infant technique (two fingers or two thumbs encircling hands) and ensure full chest recoil between compressions while maintaining that depth.

During infant CPR, the depth of chest compressions must push enough blood without causing unnecessary injury. The guideline is to compress about one third of the chest depth, which for an infant is roughly 1.5 inches (about 4 cm). This depth achieves adequate circulation while minimizing harm. Compressions around 0.5 inches or 1 inch are too shallow to generate sufficient blood flow. Compressing about 2 inches is too deep for an infant and raises the risk of injury to ribs and internal organs. Use the appropriate infant technique (two fingers or two thumbs encircling hands) and ensure full chest recoil between compressions while maintaining that depth.

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