What technique should be used for children during rescue breaths?

Using gentle breaths, just enough to see the chest rise, is the appropriate technique for providing rescue breaths to children. The reason for this approach stems from the delicate physiology of children's lungs, which are smaller and more sensitive compared to adults. Administering large, forceful breaths can lead to overinflation of the lungs and result in complications such as barotrauma or an increased risk of aspiration.

Gentle breaths allow for a controlled and effective method of delivering oxygen while minimizing the risk of injury to the child's lungs. The goal is to achieve visible chest rise, indicating that air is entering the lungs adequately without causing harm. This technique aligns with the need to provide breath support while being cautious and respectful of the child’s vulnerability.

Other options, such as rapid breaths or breaths spaced at specific intervals, do not take into account the importance of gently managing airflow for the safety and well-being of a child in a rescue situation. Therefore, the focus on gentle breaths is crucial in this context.