What is the purpose of the "look, listen, and feel" technique in CPR?

The "look, listen, and feel" technique in CPR is specifically designed to assess for normal breathing in an unresponsive individual. This technique involves looking for chest movements, listening for breath sounds, and feeling for breath on your cheek. It is a critical step to determine whether the person is breathing adequately and whether CPR should be initiated.

Using this approach allows the rescuer to quickly assess the patient's condition without unnecessary delay in starting life-saving measures if needed. If the individual is not breathing normally, it is imperative to begin CPR immediately, as prompt action can significantly improve outcomes in cases of cardiac arrest.

The other options, while relevant to patient assessment, do not focus specifically on the presence of breathing, which is the primary concern addressed by this technique.