What is the recommended compression rate during CPR?

The recommended compression rate during CPR is 100 to 120 compressions per minute. The choice of 110 compressions per minute falls within this ideal range for effective chest compressions. Providing compressions at this rate helps ensure that blood is effectively circulated to vital organs during cardiac arrest.

Maintaining a tempo within this range allows for a balance between adequate blood flow and minimizing fatigue, which can occur if compressions are too slow or too fast. Additionally, recent guidelines emphasize aiming for at least 100 compressions per minute while not exceeding 120 to maximize the chance of return of spontaneous circulation. This compression rate is a critical component in the chain of survival, optimizing outcomes for patients in cardiac arrest situations.