how far should chest compressions be
Place one hand on top of the other and interlace the fingers (Figure 2). Lock your elbows and using your body's weight, compress the victims chest. The depth of compressions should be approximately 1 to 2 inches - remember: 2 hands, 2 inches (Figure 3). If you feel or hear slight cracking sound, you may be pressing too hard. Do not become alarmed and do not stop your rescue efforts! Damaged cartilage or cracked ribs are far less serious then a lost life.