CPR Chest Recoil: What to Do When It's Missing – A Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1:

- Stop compressions

Step 2:

- Check hand position & compression depth

- Ensure compressions are given over lower portion of breastbone

- Allow for full chest recoil with each compression

Step 3:

- If technique continues: Provide verbal feedback "Allow Chest to Recoil Fully'' between each cycle & ensure full chest recoil is seen with following round of compressions

Step 4:

- If technique does not continue: Allow compressions to be done to best practice standards before requesting change technique again if required