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What are the components of the Resuscitation Triangle?
What are the responsibilities included in the Resuscitation Triangle: Compressions?
Assess, 5 cycles of compressions, alternates with AED/defibrillator
What is the role of the AED/Monitor/Defibrillator in the Resuscitation Triangle?
Brings and operates, alternates with compressor every 5 cycles/2 minutes/signs of fatigue
What procedures are involved in the Resuscitation Triangle: Airway?
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What are the leadership roles in High Performance Teams?
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What is the role of the Team Leader in leadership roles?
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What does the IV/IO/Medications role entail?
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What are the responsibilities of the Timer/Recorder?
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What is the first step in the BLS Assessment?
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What should be done if no pulse is found during the BLS Assessment?
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What is the recommended rate of compressions during CPR?
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The depth of compressions should be at least ______.
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Study Notes
High Performance Teams - Resuscitation Triangle
- Comprises three critical components: Compressions, AED/Monitor/Defibrillator, and Airway.
Resuscitation Triangle: Compressions
- Assess the situation, perform 5 cycles of compressions, alternate with AED/defibrillator operations.
Resuscitation Triangle: AED/Monitor/Defibrillator
- Responsible for bringing and operating the AED, alternates with the compressor every 5 cycles or 2 minutes, particularly when signs of fatigue are evident.
Resuscitation Triangle: Airway
- Focuses on opening the airway, providing bag ventilation, and inserting an airway as needed.
High Performance Teams - Leadership Roles
- Essential roles include Team Leader, IV/IO/Medications, and Timer/Recorder, each vital for effective resuscitation efforts.
Leadership Roles: Team Leader
- Crucial for team function, assigns specific roles, provides constructive feedback, and assumes responsibility for any unassigned roles.
Leadership Roles: IV/IO/Medications
- An ACLS provider role that initiates intravascular access and administers necessary medications.
Leadership Roles: Timer/Recorder
- Responsible for tracking the timing of interventions and medications, announces the schedule for the next medications, and records the frequency and duration of compression interruptions.
BLS Assessment
- Steps include:
- Checking responsiveness by tapping and shouting "Are you ok?"
- Shouting for help and activating the emergency response system, or retrieving an AED.
- Checking breathing and pulse; if absent, start CPR within 10 seconds.
- For patients with a pulse, provide rescue breaths every 5-6 seconds and reassess pulse every 2 minutes.
- If pulseless, check for a shockable rhythm with AED and provide shocks as necessary, following each shock with CPR.
Compressions
- Should be at least 2 inches deep (more than 2.4 inches could be harmful).
- Maintain a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.
- Allow complete recoil after each compression to ensure effective blood flow.
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This quiz focuses on high-performance teams within ACLS, specifically the components of the Resuscitation Triangle: Compressions, AED/Monitor Defibrillator, and Airway. Each flashcard provides crucial definitions and procedures vital for effective resuscitation. Test your knowledge and understanding of these critical life-saving elements.
