Crisis Management in Nursing

What Will You Learn?

• Recognize and Respond to Emergencies:
• Identify common medical emergencies (cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, severe bleeding).
• Recognize early warning signs and symptoms of emergencies.
• Activate emergency response systems and implement basic life support measures.
• Collaborative Crisis Management:
• Develop effective teamwork and communication skills in crisis situations.
• Understand and fulfill roles and responsibilities within the healthcare team during emergencies.
• Utilize effective communication strategies (SBAR, assertive communication) for coordinating responses.
• Debriefing and Learning:
• Participate in and facilitate effective debriefing sessions following critical incidents.
• Identify contributing factors, root causes, and system vulnerabilities.
• Generate actionable recommendations for improvement and enhance patient safety.
• Enhance Crisis Preparedness:
• Commit to ongoing learning, continuous improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Develop personal and team resilience.
• Promote a culture of safety in healthcare.