High-Performance Team Dynamics Flashcards

During debriefing after a resuscitation, what is the main goal?

Answer: To review performance and identify improvements for next time

Debriefing focuses on constructive review of teamwork and clinical performance to improve future events.

A new responder enters mid-code and is unsure what has been done. The best way to get oriented quickly is:

Answer: Request a brief summary from the team leader

Asking the leader for a concise update ensures interventions are coordinated and not duplicated.

Which is an example of effective 'knowledge sharing' during a code?

Answer: Announcing changes in the patient's rhythm or vital signs aloud

Sharing observations like rhythm changes openly helps the team make timely decisions.

What should a team member do if they cannot hear or understand an order from the leader?

Answer: Ask the leader to clarify or repeat the order

Clarifying unclear orders prevents medication and treatment errors.

Effective team dynamics help reduce which key metric during CPR?

Answer: The hands-off (no-flow) time during compressions

Coordinated teamwork minimizes interruptions in compressions, increasing the chest compression fraction.

When the leader assigns a task to 'someone,' what is the risk?

Answer: No one may take ownership and the task goes undone

Directing orders to a specific person, by name or role, prevents diffusion of responsibility.

A high-performance team typically aims for a chest compression fraction of at least:

Answer: 60% or higher

Guidelines target a chest compression fraction of at least 60%, ideally higher, achieved through good coordination.