When giving breaths to an infant with a face shield, which areas should be covered with your mouth?

When giving breaths to an infant using a face shield, it is important to cover both the nose and mouth. This is because infants have a higher airway resistance and smaller lung capacity compared to adults, making it crucial to ensure that breaths are delivered effectively and directed into their lungs. Covering both areas helps to create a seal, minimizing air leakage and ensuring that the breaths are delivered as intended.

In the context of resuscitation, infants may also have anatomical considerations where air can escape if only the mouth is covered. By covering both the nose and mouth, the rescuer increases the chances of providing effective ventilation, which is vital in situations where the infant is not breathing or is in respiratory distress.