CPR High-Performance Team Dynamics 2

Question 1

During a resuscitation, the team leader notices the compressor is fatiguing and compressions are getting shallow. What is the best action?

Accepted Answer

Swap compressors immediately and minimize interruptions

Answer

Compressors should be rotated as soon as fatigue affects quality, ideally during a rhythm check to keep interruptions brief.

Question 2

A team member is asked to give epinephrine but believes the timing is wrong. According to high-performance team behavior, they should:

Accepted Answer

Respectfully voice the concern using closed-loop communication

Answer

Constructive intervention means respectfully speaking up when an order seems incorrect or unsafe.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of assigning clear roles before or during a resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

To avoid duplicated efforts and ensure all tasks are covered

Answer

Clear roles prevent gaps and overlaps so every critical task is performed efficiently.

Question 4

The team leader says, 'Give 1 mg of epinephrine IV.' The best closed-loop response is:

Accepted Answer

'Giving 1 mg epinephrine IV now,' then confirm when given

Answer

Closed-loop communication requires repeating back the order and confirming completion.

Question 5

Which behavior best demonstrates 'knowing your limitations' in a resuscitation team?

Accepted Answer

Requesting help early when a task exceeds your skill

Answer

High-performing members ask for assistance or advice early rather than struggling with tasks beyond their competence.

CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) Practice Test