Georgia Virtual School (GAVS) Health Exam

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How often should rescue breaths be given to an infant who is not breathing but has a pulse?

Every 3 seconds
Every 5 seconds
Every 10 seconds
Every minute

The correct answer is: Every 3 seconds

In the case of an infant who is not breathing but still has a pulse, rescue breaths should be administered every 3 seconds. This frequency is crucial because infants have a higher metabolic rate and therefore require oxygen more quickly than adults. Providing rescue breaths at this interval ensures that the infant receives adequate oxygenation to sustain vital functions until normal breathing can be restored or professional medical help arrives. If rescue breaths are given too infrequently, as in the other options, there may not be sufficient oxygen delivered, potentially leading to serious complications or worsening the infant's condition. Therefore, maintaining the recommended interval of every 3 seconds is vital for effective resuscitation in infants experiencing respiratory distress.