


Figure 6
If two people are present and a bag-mask device is available, the second rescuer is positioned at the victim’s head while the other rescuer performs high-quality chest compressions. Give 30 high-quality chest compressions.
- Deliver 30 high-quality chest compressions while counting out loud (Figure 6a).
- The second rescuer holds the bag-mask with one hand using the thumb and index finger in the shape of a “C” on one side of the mask to form a seal between the mask and the face, while the other fingers open the airway by lifting the person’s lower jaw (Figure 6b).
- The second rescuer gives two breaths over one second each as you watch the person’s chest rise (Figure 6c).
- Practice using the bag-valve-mask; it is essential to forming a tight seal and delivering effective breaths.