Newborn (< 24hrs) CPR Ratios

Question 1

Single Operator, Basic Airway

Answer 1

3:1
Pause for ventilations
Rate 90 compressions/min

Question 2

Single Operator, Advanced Airway

Answer 2

Not permitted until backup crew arrive

Question 3

Dual Operator, Basic Airway

Answer 3

3:1
Pause for ventilations
Rate 90 compressions/min

Question 4

Dual Operator, Advanced Airway

Answer 4

3:1
No pause for ventilations
Rate 90 compressions/min

Question 5

When is CPR commenced?

Answer 5

If patient’s HR < 60bpm

Question 6

CPR technique

Answer 6

Two-thumb technique - Dual Operator

Two-finger technique - Single Operator