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In a six-person high-performance resuscitation team, which tasks are
responsibilities of the five team members who are not leading the
response?
Ans: Record key data
Performing chest compressions
Sharing pertinent observations
When providing high-quality CPR to an adult, what is the proper
depth for chest compressions?
Ans: At least 2 inches (5cm) but less than 2.4 96cm)
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What is the rapid assessment?
Ans: A quick assessment to ensure safety, form an initial impression about
the patient's condition and determine the need for additional resources
During a primary assessment, what tool would you use to determine
a patient's level of consciousness?
Ans: AVPU model
When performing high-quality CPR on an adult without an
advanced airway in place, what is the correct ratio of compressions
to ventilations?
Ans: 30 compressions to 2 ventilations
A team member confirms that a message is received and
understood. What communication technique is the team member
using?
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Ans: Closed-loop communication
A team leader instructs a team member to perform an intervention.
To practice good communication, the team member should do
which of the following?
Ans: Acknowledge completion of the intervention.
Repeat the task back to the team leader.
Acknowledge initiation of the intervention.
A concept that helps to promote effective and efficient teamwork
and reduce the likelihood of errors is called _____.
Ans: Crew resource management
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When should blood tests be obtained in the assessment of a patient
experiencing a cardiovascular, cerebrovascular or respiratory
emergency?
Ans: secondary assessment
Which assessments would be included in a primary assessment?
Ans: Checking airway patency
Which tasks are responsibilities of the team leader?
Ans: Sets clear expectations
Facilitates a debriefing session
Assigns roles