ACLS quiz QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Which are the elements of a system of care? correct answer: Structure, processes, system, patient outcome What element of a system of care is represented by properly functioning resuscitation equipment? correct answer: Structure Among others, which factor has been associated with improved survival in patients with cardiac arrest? correct answer: Immediate high- quality CPR What is the first link in the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) chain of survival? correct answer: Activation of emergency response What are signs of clinical deterioration that would prompt the activation of a rapid response system? correct answer: Systemic hypertension, unexplained agitation, seizure What is the primary purpose of a rapid response team (RRT) or medical emergency team (MET)? correct answer: To improve patient outcomes by identifying and treating early clinical deterioration What happens when teams rapidly assess and intervene when patients have abnormal vital signs? correct answer: The number of in-hospital cardiac- arrest decreases In addition to decreased IHCA, what are some other benefits of implementing a rapid response system? correc