In the 2 finger technique for infant BLS, where should the fingers be placed?

In the 2 finger technique for infant Basic Life Support (BLS), the fingers should be placed at the center of the chest just below the nipple line. This location is chosen because it is where the sternum is located, which is the optimal area to compress to generate effective blood flow during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

Placing the fingers at this specific point allows for proper compression depth and allows the compressions to be effective without risking injury to the internal organs, particularly the diaphragm and liver, which are located higher up. Accurate hand positioning aids in ensuring that compressions can be delivered rhythmically and forcefully enough to circulate blood to vital organs of the infant.

Moreover, using the 2 finger technique is specifically designed for infants due to their size and fragility, allowing for control and minimizing the risk of injury as you provide necessary life-saving interventions.