ACLS quiz and answers with complete solution

Which are the elements of a system of care? - ANSWER-Structure, processes, system, patient outcome What element of a system of care is represented by properly functioning resuscitation equipment? - ANSWER-Structure Among others, which factor has been associated with improved survival in patients with cardiac arrest? - ANSWER-Immediate high- quality CPR What is the first link in the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) chain of survival? - ANSWER-Activation of emergency response What are signs of clinical deterioration that would prompt the activation of a rapid response system? - ANSWER-Systemic hypertension, unexplained agitation, seizure What is the primary purpose of a rapid response team (RRT) or medical emergency team (MET)? - 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? - 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? - ANSWER-Decrease ICU length of stay, decreased in total hospital length of stay Which component of effective high-performance teams is represented by the use of real-time feedback devices? - ANSWER-Quality What is the main advantage of effective teamwork? - ANSWER-Division of tasks