Team Dynamics Flashcard 4
Rationale
B. Rationale: The team leader, medications, and timer are collectively classified into the leadership roles.
Question
Which team members are collectively classified into the leadership roles?
a. Team leader, airway, compressor
b. Team leader, medications, timer
c. Team leader, timer, airway
d. Team leader, timer, defibrillator
Answer
b. Team leader, medications, timer
Rationale
D. Rationale: The team member’s function has been compromised due to cramping, and CPR may no longer be administered effectively. The person in this role must be replaced immediately.
Question
While resuscitating a patient in the emergency department, the chest compressor notes that his arms are cramping and notifies the team. When should this person be substituted to sustain the delivery of high-quality CPR?
a. After 5 cycles of CPR
b. After 2 minutes
c. During rhythm analysis
d. Replace the compressor at once
Answer
d. Replace the compressor at once
Rationale
D. Rationale: If there is an unfilled position, the team leader assumes that role. The team leader should be able to perform any of the roles on the team. (Team in ACLS)
Question
Who completes the task in the event there is an unfilled position on the resuscitation team?
a. Resuscitation will proceed without anyone performing the tasks of the unfilled position
b. Any bystander in the emergency department
c. Timer
d. Team leader
Answer
d. Team leader
Rationale
C. Rationale: The team leader is the decision-maker of the resuscitation team. This is usually the individual with the most knowledge and experience. (Team in ACLS)
Question
Who serves as the decision-maker of the resuscitation team?
a. Whoever is first on the scene
b. Defibrillator
c. Team leader
d. Timekeeper/Recorder
Answer
c. Team leader