Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Practice 2025 - Free CPR Practice Questions and Study Tips.

Determining if an infant requires CPR is crucial for effective emergency response. When an infant is unresponsive and exhibits either no breathing or only gasping, it is a clear indication that the infant is in a life-threatening situation and requires immediate resuscitation efforts. Unresponsiveness indicates that the infant is not able to respond to external stimuli, which can signify a serious medical emergency. The absence of normal breathing is equally critical; infants should have a regular breathing pattern, and any alternative—such as gasping—does not suffice for adequate respiration.

In contrast, if an infant is crying but not moving, is breathing rapidly, or seems to be sleeping soundly, these conditions do not typically indicate the immediate need for CPR. Crying signifies that the infant is responsive and likely breathing; rapid breathing, while it may warrant further evaluation, does not equate to the absence of breathing; and sleeping soundly reflects a normal state for infants. It's the combination of unresponsiveness and inadequate breathing that necessitates the urgent initiation of CPR.