Between giving the first and second breath during CPR, it is important to allow the chest to fall naturally and the air to exit. This step ensures that the air you gave with the first breath is effectively expelled from the lungs before delivering the second breath, optimizing oxygenation and ventilation.

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• After giving the first rescue breath, watch for the chest to rise, then remove your mouth to let the chest fall.
• Allowing the chest to fall fully ensures the trapped air exits the lungs.
• This pause prevents overinflation and helps prepare the lungs to accept the second rescue breath effectively.
• The second breath should then be given with the same technique, lasting about one second, and watching again for the chest to rise.

This step is crucial to maintain effective ventilation during CPR and improve the chances of resuscitation success.