Which method of ventilation is recommended during single-provider CPR to minimize interruptions?

The method of ventilation that is recommended during single-provider CPR to minimize interruptions is the pocket mask. The pocket mask provides a secure seal around the patient's mouth and allows for effective ventilation with minimal risk of air leaks, which is crucial in maintaining an uninterrupted positive airflow to the patient.

Using a pocket mask, a single rescuer can perform both compressions and ventilations without needing to give mouth-to-mouth or mouth-to-nose breaths directly, thereby reducing the time spent away from chest compressions. Interruption during compressions can significantly affect the patient's chance of survival, making the pocket mask an effective tool for providing ventilations while maintaining a consistent CPR rhythm.

While other methods like bag-valve-mask resuscitators and mouth-to-mouth are effective in specific situations, they generally require more coordination and may lead to longer pauses in chest compressions than using a pocket mask. This makes the latter the preferred choice for single-provider CPR to ensure that the patient receives both oxygen and continuous chest compressions with minimal interruption.