Table 1. Description of the three OSCE stations for evaluating the emergency response capabilities of critical care nursing staff
Station Description of Competence Task Skills tested
A Airway Management and CPR Perform airway management and chest compressions 1. Correct BVM operation2. Proper ventilation rate3. Compression speed/depth4. 5 cycles or 2-minute switching
B ECG Interpretation and Defibrillator Use Interpret EKG rhythm and operate defibrillator 1. Apply EKG electrodes2. Identify/report EKG rhythm3. Operate defibrillator
C Emergency Documentation Document emergency records Complete documentation based on patient situation
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