interprofessional teamwork

What is the main goal of interprofessional teamwork in healthcare?

• To reduce staff numbers

• To increase administrative tasks

• To optimize patient care through collaboration

• To promote competition among professionals

Which of the following is a benefit of interprofessional teamwork?

• Decreased communication

• Increased emotional exhaustion

• Improved conflict management

• Less innovation

What is a common barrier caused by unclear responsibilities among team members?

• Resistance to change

• Role ambiguity

• Emergency overload

• Speech delays

Which strategy can help overcome mismatched communication styles?

• Avoid speaking to certain members

• Use only written communication

• Adapt communication to fit the team

• Let team leaders handle all communication

Who is responsible for diagnosing illnesses and prescribing medications?

• Dietitians

• Nurses

• Physical Therapists

• Physicians

Which team member helps patients regain strength after an injury?

• Speech therapist

• Physical therapist

• Nurse

• Dietitian

What is a recommended way to foster a collaborative team culture?

• Encourage individual decision-making

• Enforce strict hierarchies

• Flatten hierarchies and share decisions

• Assign blame quickly

Which of the following is considered a barrier in emergency situations?

• Lack of medication

• Resistance to training

• Poor communication under stress

• Low patient flow

What is the role of a dietitian in the healthcare team?

• Help with physical rehabilitation

• Create personalized nutrition plans

• Administer medication

• Assist in surgery

What should be done regularly to improve team interaction?

• Avoid meetings

• Hold interdisciplinary rounds and huddles

• Focus only on paperwork

• Rotate team members constantly