What is the compression-ventilation ratio recommended for lone rescuers in pediatric CPR?

In pediatric CPR, the recommended compression-ventilation ratio for lone rescuers is 30:2. This ratio emphasizes the importance of providing high-quality chest compressions effectively while ensuring that ventilations are delivered promptly.

The 30:2 ratio applies to all children who are in need of CPR when a single rescuer is present. This means that after delivering 30 chest compressions at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute, the rescuer should pause to provide 2 rescue breaths, allowing the child to receive the oxygen needed without extended interruptions to chest compressions.

This approach is primarily based on the need to optimize the chances of survival by maintaining good blood circulation and ensuring that oxygen is also delivered to the vital organs, particularly the brain. The focus on compressions helps to provide adequate blood flow, while the rescue breaths ensure that the body receives oxygen, which is crucial during cardiac arrest situations.