According to resuscitation guidelines, what is the recommended rate of chest compressions during CPR in an adult cardiac arrest scenario?
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Correct answer: 100–120 compressions per minute
Current guidelines recommend a chest compression rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute to maintain adequate blood flow during CPR.
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