To give effective chest compressions to an adult,you need to:

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According to American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines for CPR, effective chest compressions on an adult require depressing the sternum at least 2 inches (5 centimeters), but not more than 2.4 inches (6 centimeters). This depth allows for proper blood flow and oxygenation to vital organs during cardiac arrest. Abdominal thrusts are a technique used to relieve choking, not for CPR. Depressing the lower end of the sternum by only 1 inch may not be deep enough to effectively pump blood during CPR. While it is important to make a fist with one hand during compressions, this is not the only requirement for effective compressions.

To Give Effective Chest Compressions to an Adult,you Need To