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Resuscitation Team Dynamics Flashcards

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  1. During a pediatric resuscitation, the team leader is also performing chest compressions. What is the MAIN risk of this situation?

    Answer: The leader cannot monitor the team, delegate, or maintain situational awareness effectively

    When the team leader performs hands-on tasks, they lose the cognitive capacity to oversee the full resuscitation and direct the team.

  2. A medication error is discovered during a pediatric code. After correcting the error, when should the incident be formally reviewed?

    Answer: During the post-event debrief

    Formal review of errors occurs during the post-event debrief so that care is not interrupted, and learning can happen in a structured environment.

  3. Which communication style is MOST effective when a team member reports a rhythm change to the team leader?

    Answer: Clearly stating 'The monitor shows V-fib — do you want me to charge the defibrillator?'

    Assertive, specific communication with a proposed action allows the team leader to quickly confirm or redirect without ambiguity.

  4. What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for a 2-person PALS resuscitation of an infant WITHOUT an advanced airway?

    Answer: 15:2

    For 2-rescuer infant/child CPR without an advanced airway, the compression-to-ventilation ratio is 15:2.

  5. A team member notices that compressions have been ongoing for 3 minutes without a compressor change. What should they do?

    Answer: Proactively offer to rotate in: 'I'm ready to take over compressions'

    Proactively offering to rotate compressions prevents quality degradation without disrupting the flow of resuscitation.

  6. Which element is ESSENTIAL for effective 'knowledge sharing' within a resuscitation team?

    Answer: Team members communicating relevant clinical findings and concerns throughout the event

    Continuous sharing of clinical findings — such as capnography readings or IV access status — keeps all team members informed and improves decision-making.

  7. A parent is present during a pediatric resuscitation. Who on the team is BEST suited to communicate with the family?

    Answer: A designated team member assigned specifically to family support

    Assigning a dedicated family support person allows the rest of the team to focus on resuscitation while the family receives compassionate, continuous updates.