Exploring the American Heart Association Recommended Adult Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Rate: A Scoping Review
Abstract
This study is a scoping review designed to examine the existing literature on the American Heart Association’s recommended CPR chest compression rate of 100–120 compressions per minute (cpm), conducted in accordance with the PRISMA-ScR 2019 guidelines. Research Question In adult cardiac arrest patients, what evidence exists regarding the American Heart Association recommended chest compression rate of 100-120 compression per minute during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and its association with patient outcomes, such as ROSC and survival?
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation
Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Open Science Framework
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026