The statement is partially correct. The ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for adults, children, and infants is the same, which is 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths. However, the technique and depth of compressions vary.

For adults:
1. Place the heel of your hand on the center of the person's chest. Place the other hand on top of the first with your fingers interlaced.
2. Press down hard and fast, compressing the chest at least 2 inches deep and at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.

For children (age 1 to puberty):
1. Use one or two hands to achieve a chest compression depth of about 2 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be the same as for adults, 100 to 120 per minute.

For infants (under age 1, excluding newborns):
1. Use two fingers to compress the chest by about 1.5 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be 100 to 120 per minute.

Remember, before starting CPR, check if the person is conscious or unconscious. If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, "Are you OK?" If the person doesn't respond and two people are available, one should call 911 or the local emergency number and one should begin CPR. If you are alone and have immediate access to a telephone, call 911 before beginning CPR unless you think the person has become unresponsive because of suffocation (such as from drowning). In this special case, begin CPR for one minute and then call 911 or the local emergency number.

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The statement is partially correct. The ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for adults, children, and infants is the same, which is 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths. However, the technique and depth of compressions vary.

For adults:
1. Place the heel of your hand on the center of the person's chest. Place the other hand on top of the first with your fingers interlaced.
2. Press down hard and fast, compressing the chest at least 2 inches deep and at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.

For children (age 1 to puberty):
1. Use one or two hands to achieve a chest compression depth of about 2 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be the same as for adults, 100 to 120 per minute.

For infants (under age 1, excluding newborns):
1. Use two fingers to compress the chest by about 1.5 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be 100 to 120 per minute.

Remember, before starting CPR, check if the person is conscious or unconscious. If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, "Are you OK?" If the person doesn't respond and two people are available, one should call 911 or the local emergency number and one should begin CPR. If you are alone and have immediate access to a telephone, call 911 before beginning CPR unless you think the person has become unresponsive because of suffocation (such as from drowning). In this special case, begin CPR for one minute and then call 911 or the local emergency number.

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The statement is partially correct. The ratio of compressions to breaths in CPR for adults, children, and infants is the same, which is 30 compressions followed by 2 breaths. However, the technique and depth of compressions vary.

For adults:
1. Place the heel of your hand on the center of the person's chest. Place the other hand on top of the first with your fingers interlaced.
2. Press down hard and fast, compressing the chest at least 2 inches deep and at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute.

For children (age 1 to puberty):
1. Use one or two hands to achieve a chest compression depth of about 2 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be the same as for adults, 100 to 120 per minute.

For infants (under age 1, excluding newborns):
1. Use two fingers to compress the chest by about 1.5 inches.
2. The rate of compressions should be 100 to 120 per minute.

Remember, before starting CPR, check if the person is conscious or unconscious. If the person appears unconscious, tap or shake his or her shoulder and ask loudly, "Are you OK?" If the person doesn't respond and two people are available, one should call 911 or the local emergency number and one should begin CPR. If you are alone and have immediate access to a telephone, call 911 before beginning CPR unless you think the person has become unresponsive because of suffocation (such as from drowning). In this special case, begin CPR for one minute and then call 911 or the local emergency number.

The CPR rate for adults is the same as a child/infant in relation to compressions and breaths.

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