Rapid Response Teams in Cardiac Events

Course Overview

Course Outline

1. Introduction 
2. Composition of Rapid Response Teams 
3. Theoretical Framework 
4. Barriers to Nurse Activation 
5. Clinical Judgement Factors 
6. Clinical Relationships and Teamwork 
7. Organizational Culture 
8. Role of Rapid Response Teams 
9. Activation Criteria 
10. Definitions 
11. Case Study 
12. Summary 

Accreditation Statement

Nursing CE Central LLC is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

In this course, we will discuss Rapid Response Teams in Cardiac Events. It will take the average learner 60 minutes to complete and awards 1 contact hours of continuing education.

Course Outcomes

After completing this course, the learner will rate a 4 out of 5 on the Likert Scale for their ability to:

1. Discuss the critical role rapid response teams play in minimizing preventable medical errors. 
2. Recognize the four fundamental components of rapid response teams. 
3. Identify the factors that influence the activation of rapid response teams. 

Target Audience

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN/LVN)

Requirement for Completion

1. Enrollment in the course by the learner
2. Read and learn all course materials
3. Complete the course evaluation
4. Attest and testify learning of the course materials

Accreditations + Approvals

Disclosure of Relevant Financial Relationships

Nursing CE Central nor any of the authors, planners, content experts, or any contributors have any relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.