What is the proper ventilation rate when providing care for a patient with an endotracheal tube during CPR?

In the context of providing care for a patient with an endotracheal tube during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the recommended ventilation rate is indeed 1 ventilation every 6 seconds. This rate ensures adequate oxygenation without compromising chest compressions.

For an adult patient receiving CPR, when an advanced airway, such as an endotracheal tube, is in place, continuous chest compressions are maintained at a rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute. Ventilations should occur at a rate that allows for efficient oxygen delivery while not interrupting the compression cycle too frequently.

The rate of 1 ventilation every 6 seconds corresponds to a total of 10 ventilations per minute, which strikes a balance between providing adequate breaths while maintaining enough time for effective chest compressions. This method is critical to enhance the chances of return of spontaneous circulation by maximizing both chest compressions and ventilation during a resuscitation effort.