CPR Resuscitation Team Dynamics 2

Question 1

During a cardiac arrest resuscitation, which team member is primarily responsible for documenting interventions and elapsed time?

Accepted Answer

Timekeeper/recorder

Answer

The timekeeper/recorder tracks elapsed time, drug administration intervals, and all interventions to support clinical decision-making.

Question 2

A new paramedic on your team begins performing compressions but uses a rate of 80/min. As team leader, what is the BEST immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Redirect the compressor to target 100-120/min using closed-loop communication

Answer

Closed-loop communication allows the team leader to correct performance in real time without disrupting resuscitation flow.

Question 3

Which concept describes the unspoken shared understanding of each member's role and the current situation during a resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

Shared mental model

Answer

A shared mental model means all team members have the same understanding of the patient's condition, priorities, and next steps.

Question 4

When should role assignments ideally be made during a mass casualty resuscitation event with multiple patients?

Accepted Answer

Before patient contact, during the pre-arrival briefing

Answer

Pre-arrival role assignment prevents confusion and ensures the team operates efficiently from the moment of patient contact.

Question 5

A team member believes the team leader has ordered the wrong drug dose. What is the CORRECT way to raise this concern?

Accepted Answer

Challenge the leader respectfully using the two-challenge rule before complying

Answer

The two-challenge rule requires a team member to voice a safety concern at least twice before complying with a potentially dangerous order.

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