What is the correct hand placement for CPR on an infant?

The correct hand placement for CPR on an infant is just below the nipple line. This positioning allows for effective chest compressions in the most appropriate area of the chest wall, which is important for creating adequate blood flow during resuscitation efforts. The heart's location in infants is higher than in adults, making this position optimal for compressions.

Compressions at this location deliver the necessary force to circulate blood without causing damage to the organs located directly behind the chest wall. Ensuring that compressions are performed at the correct placement is crucial for both the efficacy of the CPR and the safety of the infant. For infants, it’s also important to use two fingers for compressions because of their small size, which will be easily managed when hands are positioned below the nipple line.