Method of Chest Compression for Infants in a Single Rescuer: Evaluation of Chest Compression Technique and New Device

The study compared three chest compression techniques for infant CPR: the 2-finger technique (TFT), the three-finger Pinch technique, and the plate-assisted technique (PAT), using 50 medical participants on an infant manikin. Results showed that PAT achieved the greatest mean compression depth (4.01 mm) compared to the other techniques, though it fell short of the target of ≥4 mm. All techniques met the target compression rate of 100-120/min. TFT had the highest frequency of complete chest recoil, while PAT had the highest correct hand position percentage. Participants reported high satisfaction, less fatigue, and less difficulty with PAT, despite its lower chest recoil percentage. Overall, the PAT was deemed superior in several parameters.