During CPR, at what rate should 15 cardiac compressions be performed?

The recommended rate for performing chest compressions during CPR is 100-120 compressions per minute. This range ensures that compressions are rhythmic and effective, maximizing blood flow to the vital organs, especially the brain and heart.

This guideline is based on research indicating that maintaining this compression rate improves the chances of successful resuscitation. The importance of this practice cannot be overstated, as staying within this optimal range allows for adequate circulation while minimizing interruptions, which can lead to a decline in the patient's chances of survival.

While the choice indicating 60-80 times per minute is too slow and would likely be ineffective, the range of 120-140 is slightly above the optimal rate and could lead to fatigue for the provider, thus compromising the quality of compressions. Thus, the most accurate and widely accepted standard for effective compressions during CPR is within the 100-120 per minute range.