ECC Team Dynamics & Leadership Flashcards

What is the recommended hand position for adult chest compressions according to AHA ECC guidelines?

Answer: Lower half of the sternum (center of the chest)

Compressions should be delivered to the lower half of the sternum at the center of the chest to maximize cardiac output and minimize injury.

Which leadership behavior is associated with the BEST team performance during simulated cardiac arrests?

Answer: Leader giving clear directives and frequently summarizing team status

Research shows that leaders who give clear, specific directives and periodically summarize the team's status ('state of the code') achieve better outcomes in simulated resuscitations.

The 'pit crew' CPR model emphasizes which key principle?

Answer: Pre-assigned roles executed with choreographed precision to minimize interruptions

The pit crew model assigns each team member a predefined role executed simultaneously with precision, analogous to a NASCAR pit stop, to minimize CPR interruptions and time to defibrillation.

What action should the ECC team take immediately after a successful return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC)?

Answer: Transition to post-cardiac arrest care including targeted temperature management assessment

After ROSC, the team should immediately transition to structured post-cardiac arrest care including hemodynamic optimization, oxygenation targets, and evaluation for targeted temperature management.

How does the AHA define 'high-quality CPR' compression depth for adults?

Answer: At least 2 inches (5 cm) but no more than 2.4 inches (6 cm)

The AHA specifies adult compression depth of at least 2 inches (5 cm) with a maximum of 2.4 inches (6 cm) to maximize cardiac output while limiting injury.

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions for adults in cardiac arrest?

Answer: 100–120 compressions per minute

The AHA recommends a compression rate of 100–120 per minute for adults in cardiac arrest to optimize cardiac output during CPR.