What should be the frequency of pulse and breathing checks during CPR?

During CPR, the recommended frequency for checking pulse and breathing is every 2 minutes. This interval allows rescuers to maintain effective chest compressions, which are critical for maintaining blood circulation to vital organs. The 2-minute timeframe coincides with the rhythm of performing compressions and giving rescue breaths, ensuring that the responder can regularly assess the victim's condition without significantly interrupting the rhythm of life-saving interventions.

Checking for pulse and breathing too frequently can disrupt the continuity and effectiveness of CPR. Ideally, rescuers should focus on providing high-quality chest compressions and rescue breaths, only pausing briefly at the 2-minute mark to reassess the victim's status. This approach maximizes the chances of survival by keeping blood flow as uninterrupted as possible while also allowing for timely evaluation of any changes in the victim's condition.