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Per current AHA guidelines, what is the recommended chest compression depth for adult CPR?

  1. At least 2 inches
  2. At least 1 inch, not exceeding 1.5 inches
  3. At least 3 inches, with no upper limit
  4. Depth doesn't matter, only the rate of compressions matters
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Correct answer: A. At least 2 inches

Current AHA guidelines recommend adult chest compressions of at least 2 inches (5 cm) in depth, while avoiding excessive depth beyond about 2.4 inches (6 cm), which can increase the risk of injury, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.

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