If the timing assist lights flash at 10/min (at 6 second intervals), how do I use them during CPR with an unsecured airway?
The timing assist lights are really intended to promote the proper rate during ventilation with a secured airway, where it is recommended that compressions and ventilations are performed asynchronously (independent of each other). During CPR with a facemask, rescuers are encouraged to perform CPR with the ResQPOD in place but without the timing assist lights activated. Minimal interruptions in chest compression result in enhanced circulation. The person performing chest compressions should count out loud to 15, then pause compressions to allow 2 ventilations. Ventilations more often than every 15 compressions are NOT recommended.
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