How often should you reassess the victim during CPR?

During CPR, it is crucial to reassess the victim's condition every 2 minutes. This interval allows for a proper evaluation of the victim’s responsiveness, pulse, and breathing to determine if the process is effective and if any adjustments are needed, such as calling for advanced medical help or switching rescuers if necessary.

Reassessing every 2 minutes aligns with the recommendations provided in CPR guidelines, which emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring of the victim's condition to ensure that care is tailored based on the patient's response. This practice not only allows you to assess for any changes in the victim's status but also ensures that you are performing high-quality chest compressions and ventilation without unnecessary interruptions.

Other intervals, such as every minute, every 5 minutes, or every 10 minutes, would either be too frequent or too infrequent and could compromise the effectiveness of the resuscitation efforts. These times do not align with recommended CPR protocols aimed at maximizing the potential for survival and recovery.