Where should the second rescuer typically position themselves during two-rescuer CPR?

• A. At the head of the patient
• B. On the opposite side of the chest
• C. At the feet of the bed
• D. Standing at the side of the patient

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is how to divide tasks effectively in two-rescuer CPR. One rescuer does chest compressions, and the other handles ventilation and airway management. Placing the second rescuer on the opposite side of the chest gives a clear, unobstructed line to the patient for delivering breaths and managing the bag-mask device. From that side, they can easily seal the mask, deliver breaths without blocking the chest compressions, and quickly observe chest rise and recoil to judge ventilation effectiveness. It also keeps the airway tools, suction, and defibrillator within easy reach without getting in the way of the person performing compressions. Other positions can crowd the person delivering compressions or make it harder to see the chest move and to access the airway equipment, which can interrupt high-quality CPR.