ocr: For small children and infants, it is di1iicult to check for a carotid pulse. It is easier - - - - - - - to - check for a brachial pulse. - - Lift the intants arm up as if they were waving. Press two of your fingers onto the inner aspect of the arm, compressing - - - - T - the artery against the bone. If you feel a pulse, begin rescue breathing at - a rate of one breath every three to four seconds. Remember, only a puff of air is usually necessary. If there is no pulse, begin chest compressions.